Chinese Chicken Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
41%
Chinese Chicken Salad
240 min.
6
519kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Chinese Chicken 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 suited for any occasion, whether as a refreshing side dish or a satisfying main course, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine tender, shredded chicken from a succulent rotisserie, combined with crisp romaine and Napa cabbage, and enhanced by the crunch of toasted almonds and sesame seeds. The addition of fresh snow peas and bright cilantro brings a burst of color and freshness, while the homemade dressing, featuring soy sauce, lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness, ties everything together beautifully.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is that it is dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. With a preparation time of just 240 minutes, you can easily whip up this dish ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together for an even more delicious experience. Plus, the crispy wonton strips add an irresistible crunch that elevates the salad to new heights.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dish that is not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds toasted sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • cups chicken shredded cooked (from a)
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • lb the of 1 cos lettuce ( 8 cups)
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup spring onion chopped
  • tablespoon sesame oil 
  • tablespoons sesame seed toasted
  • cups napa cabbage cored trimmed
  • 0.3 cup soya sauce 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • tablespoon vinegar white
  • 20 square wonton wrappers frozen thawed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • pot
  • kitchen thermometer
  • slotted spoon
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cut wonton wrappers into 1/2-inch-wide strips and separate on paper towels.
  2. Heat 3/4 inch oil in a wide 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat until it registers 350°F on thermometer. Fry strips, 5 or 6 at a time, gently turning over once with a slotted spoon, until just golden, 15 to 30 seconds per batch (some strips will fold and curl).
  3. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then season with salt.
  4. Cook snow peas in a 4-quart pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 1 1/2 minutes.
  5. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking, then drain in a colander and pat dry.
  6. Cut diagonally into 1-inch-wide pieces and put in a large bowl with cabbage and romaine.
  7. Whisk together soy sauce, lemon juice, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then add sesame oil and vegetable oil in a slow stream, whisking until sugar is dissolved and dressing is combined well. Toss chicken and scallions with 1/3 cup of dressing in another large bowl.
  8. Whisk remaining dressing (it will separate), then add cabbage mixture, cilantro, almonds, and sesame seeds to chicken and toss with enough remaining dressing to coat.
  9. Sprinkle with wontons (if using).
  10. Wontons can be fried 1 day ahead and cooled completely, then kept in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories519kcal
Protein32.72%
Fat46.04%
Carbs21.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.35
Glycemic Load
3.68
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
34.256956743157%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.19mg
Catechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin
0.2mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.52mg
Hesperetin
1.47mg
Naringenin
0.17mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.2mg
Kaempferol
0.23mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:519.46kcal
25.97%
Fat:26.68g
41.04%
Saturated Fat:4.87g
30.41%
Carbohydrates:27.69g
9.23%
Net Carbohydrates:23.06g
8.39%
Sugar:6.93g
7.7%
Cholesterol:107.25mg
35.75%
Sodium:1190.99mg
51.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.65g
85.31%
Vitamin K:148.77µg
141.69%
Vitamin A:7062.12IU
141.24%
Vitamin B3:13.78mg
68.9%
Selenium:43.68µg
62.39%
Folate:207.28µg
51.82%
Vitamin B6:0.88mg
43.84%
Phosphorus:404.89mg
40.49%
Manganese:0.78mg
38.9%
Vitamin C:29.41mg
35.64%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
29.94%
Iron:4.58mg
25.47%
Potassium:840.73mg
24.02%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.47%
Magnesium:91.74mg
22.93%
Zinc:3.19mg
21.26%
Vitamin E:3.03mg
20.2%
Copper:0.4mg
19.78%
Fiber:4.63g
18.51%
Calcium:169.26mg
16.93%
Vitamin B5:1.66mg
16.57%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.85%
Source:Epicurious