Chow Mein Chicken Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Chow Mein Chicken Salad, a delicious fusion of crisp vegetables, tender shredded chicken, and crunchy chow mein noodles, all brought to life with a bold, zesty homemade Asian-inspired dressing. Featuring a colorful medley of green and purple cabbage, julienned carrots, fresh cilantro, and sliced green onions, this refreshing dish is both visually stunning and packed with flavor. The tangy dressing, made with sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey, creates the perfect balance of savory and sweet, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a delightful finishing crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for meal prep or quick lunches, this no-cook salad is an easy way to add variety and excitement to your menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 2 cups Chow mein noodles
- 3 cups Shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup Shredded purple cabbage
- 1 medium Carrot, julienned
- 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 0.5 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Shred 2 cups of cooked chicken breast and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of green cabbage, 1 cup of purple cabbage, 1 julienned carrot, 3 sliced green onions, and 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro.
Add 2 cups of crispy chow mein noodles to the bowl and mix gently to distribute evenly.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of minced ginger, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil until combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients.
Top the salad with 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds for added texture and garnish if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.6 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 47.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 287 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 2542 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.4 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 135.7 g | 271% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 366 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1353 mg | 29% | |
*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.
