Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
– 1 cup cashews, roasted and unsalted
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, romaine, arugula)
– 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
– 1 cup shredded carrots
– 1 cucumber, sliced
– 1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
– 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
– 1/2 cup sesame dressing or peanut dressing
Instructions
Creating Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Cook the Chicken: If you haven’t done so already, cook the chicken breast by grilling, baking, or boiling until fully cooked. Let it cool, then shred or dice it into bite-sized pieces.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly. Slice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and shred the carrots and cabbage as needed.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cashews, salad greens, red bell pepper, carrots, cucumber, red cabbage, green onions, and cilantro (if using).
4. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the sesame or peanut dressing over the salad mixture. Start with half the dressing, then add more if needed.
5. Toss Gently: Using salad tongs or two large spoons, gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
6. Taste and Adjust: Sample the salad and adjust the seasoning or dressing to your liking. Feel free to add salt, pepper, or additional dressing as desired.
7. Serve Immediately: For the best crunch, serve the salad immediately after tossing. You can also refrigerate it for a short time before serving if preferred.
These steps will guide you in creating an incredible Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad that’s both delicious and satisfying!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 30g