Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad with Ginger Soy Dressing

Name: Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad with Ginger Soy Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 2 cup cooked shredded chicken; 4 cup Chinese cabbage , finely shredded; 1 1/2 cup red cabbage; 1 cup carrot; 1/2 cup shallots / scallions; 1 cup crunchy noodles; 2 tsp sesame seeds; 2 tbsp light soy sauce; 3 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 2 tbsp grapeseed oil; 1 tsp sugar; 1 1/2 tsp fresh ginger; 1 clove garlic; 1/2 tsp black pepper

A vibrant and refreshing salad packed with crisp shredded cabbage, tender chicken, and crunchy noodles. Tossed in a zesty homemade ginger-soy dressing, it's the perfect 25-minute meal for a light lunch or healthy dinner.

Servings2 Portions

Prep Time15 Mins

Cook Time10 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

cooked shredded chicken
2 cup
Chinese cabbage , finely shredded
4 cup
red cabbage
0.5 cup
carrot
1 cup
shallots / scallions
0.5 cup
crunchy noodles
1 cup
sesame seeds
2 tsp
light soy sauce
2 tbsp
rice vinegar
3 tbsp
sesame oil
1 tbsp
grapeseed oil
2 tbsp
sugar
1 tsp
fresh ginger
0.5 tsp
garlic
1 clove
black pepper
0.5 tsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the dressing by combining the light soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grapeseed oil, sugar, minced ginger, grated garlic, and black pepper in a small jar. Shake vigorously until well combined and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

In a large salad bowl, combine the finely shredded Chinese cabbage, red cabbage, julienned carrots, cooked chicken, and sliced scallions.

Add half of the crunchy noodles to the bowl. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated.

Divide the salad into serving bowls. Top with the remaining crunchy noodles and a generous sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately to enjoy the maximum crunch.

Chef's Tips

For a shortcut, use a store-bought rotisserie chicken. To keep the salad fresh for meal prep, store the dressing and crunchy noodles separately and toss them in just before eating. You can also add mandarin oranges or sliced almonds for extra sweetness and texture.