China Lily Chicken Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful China Lily Chicken Salad, a quick and easy recipe packed with fresh ingredients and bold Asian-inspired flavors. Tender, shredded chicken breast pairs perfectly with crisp romaine lettuce, colorful bell peppers, crunchy cucumbers, and aromatic cilantro for a wholesome, texture-rich base. The star of the dish is the tangy soy vinaigrette made with renowned China Lily soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and a hint of garlic, bringing a savory-sweet balance to every bite. Topped with toasted sesame seeds and optional crushed peanuts or cashews, this salad is a satisfying meal on its own or an ideal side dish for entertaining. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's a healthy and delicious option for busy weeknights or your next potluck!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded or diced) Cooked chicken breast
- 4 cups (chopped) Romaine lettuce
- 1 medium (julienned) Red bell pepper
- 1 medium (sliced into half-moons) Cucumber
- 1 large (shredded) Carrots
- 2 stalks (thinly sliced) Green onions
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons China Lily soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 1 tablespoon (toasted) Sesame seeds
- 0.25 cup (optional) Crushed peanuts or cashews
Instructions
Start by preparing the vinaigrette: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together China Lily soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and minced garlic until well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Place it in a large serving bowl.
Prepare the vegetables: Julienne the red bell pepper, slice the cucumber into half-moons, shred the carrot, and thinly slice the green onions. Add all the vegetables to the bowl with the romaine lettuce.
Add the cooked, shredded (or diced) chicken breast to the bowl with the vegetables.
Chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad for a burst of freshness.
Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the salad. Use salad tongs or two large spoons to toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and, if desired, the crushed peanuts or cashews over the top for added crunch and flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, savory China Lily Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.4 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 287 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 3140 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.3 g | ||
| Protein | 128.8 g | 258% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1520 mg | 32% | |
*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.
