Description
A refreshing and crunchy salad featuring shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, and a savory dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup crispy chow mein noodles
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, shredded chicken, sliced almonds, chopped green onions, and chopped cilantro. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Just before serving, sprinkle the crispy chow mein noodles on top for added crunch.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with tofu or chickpeas.
- Add sliced bell peppers or snap peas for extra color and crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg