Asian Chicken Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Asian Chicken Salad
20 min.
6
364kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Asian Chicken Salad! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly suited for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this salad is a fantastic way to enjoy a healthy meal without compromising on taste.

Imagine tender pieces of chicken or turkey mingling with crisp, fresh lettuce, and colorful carrots, all brought together by a zesty dressing that features a harmonious blend of soy sauce, ginger, and a hint of sweetness. The addition of toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch, while the cellophane noodles provide a unique texture that elevates this salad to a whole new level.

What’s more, this recipe is dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking to enjoy a lighter meal. With just 20 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up this delicious dish that serves six, making it ideal for family dinners or casual get-togethers with friends.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your loved ones with this Asian Chicken Salad that’s not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup citrus champagne vinegar 
  • teaspoons soya sauce 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • serving vegetable oil 
  • 5.3 oz vermicelli (bean threads)
  • 0.5 head lettuce shredded
  • cups roasted chicken cooked
  • 0.3 cup spring onion sliced
  • medium carrots shredded
  • tablespoon sesame seed toasted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. In tightly covered container, shake all dressing ingredients until well blended.
  2. Heat oil (1 inch) in 4-quart Dutch oven to 425°F. Fry one-fourth of the noodles at a time in oil about 5 seconds, turning once, until puffed; drain.
  3. In large bowl, mix lettuce, chicken, onions and carrot.
  4. Pour dressing over salad.
  5. Add half of noodles; toss. On serving plates, spoon salad over remaining noodles.
  6. Sprinkle with sesame seed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein20.63%
Fat49.6%
Carbs29.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.82
Glycemic Load
2.13
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
12.478695631027%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:363.69kcal
18.18%
Fat:19.88g
30.58%
Saturated Fat:3.59g
22.42%
Carbohydrates:26.84g
8.95%
Net Carbohydrates:25.55g
9.29%
Sugar:3.5g
3.89%
Cholesterol:52.5mg
17.5%
Sodium:276.83mg
12.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.6g
37.21%
Vitamin K:47.63µg
45.36%
Vitamin A:1995.25IU
39.9%
Vitamin B3:5.9mg
29.51%
Selenium:19.87µg
28.38%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.55%
Phosphorus:168.82mg
16.88%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.94%
Iron:2.01mg
11.15%
Zinc:1.4mg
9.32%
Vitamin E:1.39mg
9.27%
Potassium:289.01mg
8.26%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.02%
Vitamin B5:0.79mg
7.89%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.69%
Copper:0.14mg
7.04%
Magnesium:27.17mg
6.79%
Folate:23.33µg
5.83%
Fiber:1.3g
5.18%
Calcium:44.11mg
4.41%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.38%
Vitamin C:2.69mg
3.26%