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Asian-Inspired Summer Salads
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Asian-Inspired Summer Salads

A refreshing and protein-rich salad packed with shredded chicken, crisp veggies, and tangy Asian dressing. Perfect for warm days and ready in under 15 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 Bowl
Course: Main, Salad
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 270

Ingredients
  

For the dressing:
  • Low-sodium soy sauce
  • Rice vinegar
  • Grapeseed oil
  • Sesame oil
  • Honey
  • Ginger
  • Black pepper
For the salad:
  • Cooked chicken breast
  • Broccoli slaw
  • Shredded carrots
  • Sliced scallions
  • Sliced water chestnuts
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Chow Mein noodles
  • Toasted sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Preparation Method :
  2. Dressing Preparation: Place all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk them together until well-combined. This dressing can also be used as a marinade.
  3. Salad Preparation: The article suggests using a pre-cooked rotisserie chicken, a bag of shredded carrots, and a bag of broccoli slaw to minimize prep time.
  4. Assembly: Put all the salad ingredients in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the top and toss everything together. Serve the salad topped with Chow Mein noodles and toasted sesame seeds.
  5. Tip: To make a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with coconut aminos or tamari, and use gluten-free Chow Mein or crispy rice noodles.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 270
  • Fat: 10.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22.4 g
  • Sugar: 9.4 g
  • Protein: 22.3 g
  • Sodium: 327.9 mg
  • Cholesterol: 62.1 mg