Chicken Salad with Sweet Spicy Lemon Ginger Dressing
Brighten up your lunch or dinner table with this vibrant Chicken Salad with Sweet Spicy Lemon Ginger Dressing! This recipe combines juicy shredded chicken and crisp mixed greens with a colorful medley of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, and red onion, all tossed in a zesty dressing that blends the sweetness of honey, the tang of fresh lemon juice, and the warm kick of ginger and red pepper flakes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this refreshing salad is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a versatile choice for a light meal or a flavorful side. Serve it chilled for an extra pop of freshness, and don’t forget a slice of crusty bread to complete the dish! Perfect for those seeking healthy salads, quick meals, or bold dressings with a twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 4 cups Mixed greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 large Carrot, shredded
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the vegetables by washing and slicing the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrot, and red onion. Chop the cilantro and set everything aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrot, red onion, and cilantro.
To prepare the dressing, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, grated ginger, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until the mixture is emulsified and smooth.
Pour the sweet spicy lemon ginger dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together to coat evenly.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy as a standalone meal or pair with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.7 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 2574 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.5 g | ||
| Protein | 160.4 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 3340 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
