Healthy Asian Chicken Crunch Salad
This Asian Chicken Crunch Salad is the perfect blend of fresh, crunchy, and savory flavors that make healthy eating enjoyable! Whether you're making it for a quick lunch, meal prep, or a light dinner, it's a dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 cups shredded chicken breast rotisserie or grilled
- 3 cups Napa cabbage or coleslaw mix
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- ½ cup crispy wonton strips or chow mein noodles
- ½ cup mandarin oranges optional for a sweet touch
- 2 green onions chopped
- ¼ cup toasted almonds or cashews
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha optional for a spicy kick
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Shred or slice cooked chicken breast.
- Chop the Vegetables: Thinly slice cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, and green onions.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, and Sriracha.
- Assemble the Salad: Toss the vegetables, chicken, and dressing together in a large bowl.
- Add Crunch: Top with crispy wontons, nuts, and sesame seeds.
- Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with extra green onions and a squeeze of lime!