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Light Chinese Chicken Cabbage Salad

30-Minute Light Chinese Chicken Cabbage Salad That Wows

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A light and refreshing Chinese chicken cabbage salad with a sesame ginger vinaigrette.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 head Romaine lettuce, shredded
  • 4 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup edamame
  • 2/3 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup chow mein noodles
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • Sesame ginger vinaigrette (see below)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable or olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp. honey
  • 2 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger
  • 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp. sriracha chile sauce (optional)
  • 1 tsp. sesame oil
  • Pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken breasts, soy sauce, and rice wine vinegar in a large bowl or ziplock bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Remove chicken from the marinade and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  4. In a large bowl, toss together Romaine, red cabbage, edamame, carrots, chicken, chow mein noodles, and almonds.
  5. Whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients until combined.
  6. Toss salad with desired amount of vinaigrette and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use red cabbage for best texture and color.
  • Add more sriracha for extra spice.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg