Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad
Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad is a vibrant dish that brings together juicy grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and crunchy cashews for a delightful dining experience. Perfect for weeknight meals or dinner parties, this salad balances freshness with satisfying textures. With its quick preparation time and customizable ingredients, it’s an ideal option for anyone seeking a delicious and nutritious meal. Enjoy it as a stand-alone dish or pair it with your favorite sides for a complete feast. Whether you’re looking for an easy lunch or a hearty dinner, this Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 cup roasted unsalted cashews
- ½ cup crispy chow mein noodles
- Dressing: soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger
Instructions
- Grill the chicken until fully cooked; slice and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, diced bell pepper, julienned carrot, and sliced green onions.
- Toss in the roasted cashews.
- Whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger for the dressing; season to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Gently fold in the grilled chicken.
- Top with crispy chow mein noodles just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg