Craving a light, nutritious and delicious meal? Try our Chinese Chicken Salad, packed with vibrant flavors and a satisfying crunch. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner!
Introducing our vibrant and delicious Chinese Chicken Salad, a delicious way to enjoy a nutritious meal while satisfying your taste buds. This recipe brings together an array of fresh veggies, tender chicken and a delicious dressing that takes the dish to new heights. The combination of crunchy textures and delicious flavors creates a unique salad experience that you’ll want to make again and again. Perfect for meal prep or as a quick lunch or dinner, this Chinese Chicken Salad is as versatile as it is delicious. Not only is it easy to prepare, it also offers a refreshing change from everyday salads. So why wait? Give this delicious and filling salad a try and watch it become a regular mealtime favorite.
nuts
If you have a nut allergy or just don’t want to include almonds in your salad, feel free to leave them out. The salad will be delicious and full of flavor even without the nuts. Alternatively, you can replace the almonds with another crunchy topping, such as sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds.
frequently asked Questions
Yes, you can prepare the salad in advance. However, we recommend keeping the dressing and crunchy toppings separate until ready to serve. This helps preserve the freshness and crispiness of the ingredients.
The salad itself is gluten-free, but the won tan strips or chow mein noodles may contain gluten. To make the recipe gluten-free, substitute gluten-free alternatives for the pasta, or omit them altogether.
You can use any cooked chicken, e.g. B. Grilled, baked or even leftover roast chicken. Just make sure to shred or dice it before adding it to the salad.
serving suggestions
Serve the Chinese Chicken Salad as a main course for lunch or dinner. It pairs well with a variety of side dishes like steamed rice, quinoa, or a light soup. If you plan to serve this salad for a larger gathering, consider offering it as part of a buffet alongside other Asian-inspired dishes.
Storage Instructions
Store leftover lettuce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the dressing and crunchy toppings separate to preserve the freshness and texture of the salad. When you’re ready to enjoy the leftovers, simply toss the salad with the dressing and add the toppings just before serving.
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Craving a light, nutritious and delicious meal? Try our Chinese Chicken Salad, packed with vibrant flavors and a satisfying crunch. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
- 4 cups thinly sliced napa or kale
- 2 cups thinly sliced red cabbage
- 1 Cup grated or matchstick carrots
- 2 cups pre-cooked and shredded or diced chicken
- 1/2 Cup sliced spring onions
- 1/4 Cup toasted sliced almonds
- 1 Cup drained tangerines in water
- 1/4 Cup coriander
- 3/4 Cup Won tan strips or chow mein noodles
- 2 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Dressing:
- 1/4 Cup soy sauce
- 1/4 Cup rice wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 cloves crushed garlic
- 2 teaspoon freshly chopped ginger
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon pepper
instructions
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Prepare the dressing by mixing soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, toasted sesame oil, crushed garlic, minced ginger, sugar and pepper in a small bowl. Stir until everything is well mixed.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine thinly sliced napa cabbage, shredded carrots, chopped green onions, and cooked chicken.
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Place the drained tangerines and coriander in the bowl and mix all the ingredients together.
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Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix everything together until the dressing is evenly distributed.
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Garnish the salad with wonton strips or chow mein noodles and sesame seeds just before serving.
Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 13G | Protein: 10G | Fat: 11G | Saturated Fatty Acids: 2G | Polyunsaturated fat: 3G | Monounsaturated fatty acids: 4G | Trans fats: 0.04G | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 596mg | Potassium: 371mg | Fiber: 3G | Sugar: 8thG | Vitamin A: 4037ie | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 1mg
