Description
Enjoy a vibrant Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad that’s quick, nutritious, and packed with bold flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- For the Salad
- 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 cup cashews, roasted and unsalted
- 1 cup chow mein noodles
- Cilantro (optional)
- For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (or olive oil)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (optional)
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat grill to medium heat and cook chicken breasts for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
2. In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, diced bell pepper, sliced carrot, and green onions.
3. Add roasted cashews and toss to combine.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
6. Fold in sliced grilled chicken.
7. Top with chow mein noodles just before serving for crunch.
8. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
9. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Keep dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crunch.
Swap honey for maple syrup for a vegan-friendly option.
Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg