Asian Chicken and Cabbage Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Asian Chicken and Cabbage Salad
45 min.
4
618kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Asian Chicken and Cabbage Salad! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences while ensuring that everyone can enjoy a wholesome meal.

Imagine the crunch of fresh, thinly sliced red cabbage mingling with the sweetness of shredded carrots and the peppery kick of jalapeño. Each bite is enhanced by the savory notes of rotisserie chicken, making it a satisfying main course or a refreshing side dish. The addition of baby spinach and fresh cilantro brings a burst of color and nutrition, while the toasted sesame seeds and dry-roasted peanuts add a delightful crunch that elevates the entire experience.

With a zesty dressing made from lime juice, soy sauce, and a hint of fish sauce, this salad is a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and umami flavors. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick lunch or a light dinner that doesn’t compromise on taste. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply looking to enjoy a nutritious meal at home, this Asian Chicken and Cabbage Salad is sure to impress. Dive into this delicious recipe and discover a new favorite that’s as healthy as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • cup baby spinach thinly sliced
  • medium carrots shredded peeled
  •  pepper flakes red with some seeds, chopped
  • 0.3 cup roasted peanuts chopped
  • teaspoon fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • teaspoon ginger grated peeled
  • servings kosher salt 
  • teaspoons brown sugar light
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoons soy sauce reduced-sodium
  • cups cabbage red thinly sliced
  • cups rotisserie chicken cut shredded
  •  spring onion thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoons sesame seed toasted
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk chile, oil, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, fish sauce, and gingerin a large bowl; season with salt.
  2. Add cabbage, carrots, scallions, chicken,spinach, and cilantro; toss to coat. Top with peanuts and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories618kcal
Protein34.56%
Fat53.33%
Carbs12.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
67.46
Glycemic Load
3.55
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.937826120011%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
233.44mg
Delphinidin
0.11mg
Pelargonidin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.36mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.2mg
Kaempferol
0.8mg
Myricetin
0.26mg
Quercetin
3.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:617.5kcal
30.88%
Fat:37.67g
57.96%
Saturated Fat:7.38g
46.13%
Carbohydrates:19.26g
6.42%
Net Carbohydrates:14.26g
5.19%
Sugar:9.1g
10.11%
Cholesterol:170.34mg
56.78%
Sodium:1317.24mg
57.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:54.93g
109.86%
Vitamin K:159.22µg
151.63%
Vitamin A:7424.45IU
148.49%
Vitamin C:91.8mg
111.27%
Manganese:0.7mg
35.04%
Vitamin B6:0.41mg
20.53%
Fiber:5g
19.99%
Folate:72.92µg
18.23%
Potassium:629.57mg
17.99%
Magnesium:59.88mg
14.97%
Vitamin E:2.24mg
14.93%
Vitamin B3:2.6mg
12.98%
Phosphorus:112.5mg
11.25%
Iron:1.99mg
11.06%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.28%
Calcium:101.57mg
10.16%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.75%
Copper:0.16mg
7.82%
Zinc:0.75mg
4.98%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.72%
Selenium:1.94µg
2.77%
Source:Epicurious