Asian Chicken Salad with Snap Peas and Bok Choy

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
33%
Asian Chicken Salad with Snap Peas and Bok Choy
40 min.
4
259kcal

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If you’re looking to spice up your lunch or dinner rotation with a dish that’s not only delicious but also healthy, look no further than this Asian Chicken Salad with Snap Peas and Bok Choy. This vibrant, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal is bursting with fresh flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Imagine tender poached chicken, crisp snap peas, and crunchy bok choy all harmonizing in a zesty dressing that leaves you craving more.

The combination of fresh cilantro and spicy red jalapeño adds an exciting kick to each bite, while the earthy taste of seasoned rice vinegar brings balance to the dish. This recipe is not only easy to prepare in just 40 minutes but also appeals to a variety of palates, making it perfect for a family dinner or a light lunch. What’s more, it's packed with protein and nutrients, ensuring you feel satisfied without the heavy feeling that often accompanies traditional salads.

Incorporating seasonal vegetables like sugar snap peas and baby bok choy adds a nutritious punch, making this salad not only Instagram-worthy but also a wholesome meal option. Delight in the freshness of each ingredient and enjoy the process of creating a delightful dish that’s both visually appealing and utterly satisfying. Get ready to impress yourself and your loved ones with this lively Asian Chicken Salad!

Ingredients

  •  baby bok choy thinly sliced
  •  cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  cucumber english thinly sliced quartered
  • tablespoon ginger fresh minced peeled
  •  spring onion whole chopped
  • 0.3 cup ponzu sauce 
  •  jalapeno red thinly sliced
  • 2.5 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar 
  • pound chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • ounce sugar snap peas 
  • 2.5 tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Fill medium skillet with salted water; bringto boil.
  2. Add chicken breasts, cilantro sprigs, and whole green onion; reduce heat tomedium and poach chicken until just cooked through, about 20 minutes. Using tongs,transfer chicken to plate; cool.
  3. Add snap peas to same skillet; increase heat to highand cook until crisp-tender, about 1 minute.
  4. Drain; rinse snap peas under cold water tocool. Discard whole green onion and cilantro sprigs. Coarsely shred chicken. Toss chicken, chopped cilantro, chopped green onions, snap peas, and next 3 ingredients in large bowl.
  5. Whisk ponzu, vinegar, oil, and ginger in small bowl.
  6. Add dressing to salad; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  7. * Available in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets and at Asian markets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories259kcal
Protein43.08%
Fat41.82%
Carbs15.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.25
Glycemic Load
0.38
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
26.241304459779%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:259.26kcal
12.96%
Fat:11.72g
18.03%
Saturated Fat:1.98g
12.36%
Carbohydrates:9.52g
3.17%
Net Carbohydrates:6.44g
2.34%
Sugar:4.46g
4.96%
Cholesterol:72.57mg
24.19%
Sodium:527.99mg
22.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.16g
54.31%
Vitamin C:82.27mg
99.73%
Vitamin A:4707.64IU
94.15%
Vitamin B3:12.3mg
61.48%
Selenium:36.88µg
52.69%
Vitamin B6:1mg
50.22%
Vitamin K:49.88µg
47.51%
Phosphorus:288.75mg
28.87%
Vitamin B5:2.25mg
22.48%
Potassium:675.01mg
19.29%
Iron:2.51mg
13.97%
Calcium:138.98mg
13.9%
Magnesium:55mg
13.75%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.48%
Fiber:3.08g
12.33%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.08%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.03%
Folate:43.32µg
10.83%
Vitamin E:1.26mg
8.41%
Copper:0.15mg
7.29%
Zinc:0.98mg
6.52%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.78%
Source:Epicurious