Description
Experience a delightful mix of crunchy vegetables, creamy cashews, and protein-packed chicken in this nutritious Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad. It’s perfect for a refreshing lunch or as a side dish for dinner, offering both flavor and health benefits in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cashews, roasted
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 cup cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the vegetables by chopping bell peppers, cucumbers, and carrots into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the shredded chicken and roasted cashews with the chopped vegetables and gently toss.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together sesame oil, soy sauce, and honey, then drizzle it over the salad.
- Toss all the salad ingredients gently to ensure even coating with the dressing.
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days to maintain crispness.
- This salad can be served as a side dish with grilled shrimp or alongside Asian-inspired meals for a fulfilling dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg