Edamame Crunch Chicken Salad (Printable Version)

Shredded chicken, edamame, and fresh vegetables tossed in a zesty ginger dressing for a protein-rich, refreshing meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Protein

01 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked and cooled
03 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
04 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
05 - 1 cup shredded carrots
06 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
07 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

→ Crunch and Garnish

08 - 1/2 cup roasted cashews or sliced almonds, optional
09 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

→ Ginger Dressing

10 - 1/4 cup rice vinegar
11 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
12 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
13 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
14 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
15 - 1 garlic clove, minced
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
17 - 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili sauce, optional
18 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, lime juice, and sriracha if using. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine shredded chicken, edamame, green and red cabbage, carrots, green onions, and red bell pepper.
03 - Pour the ginger dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Sprinkle with roasted cashews or almonds and toasted sesame seeds.
05 - Serve immediately, or chill for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get that satisfying takeout crunch without the heavy grease or post meal food coma
  • The dressing keeps in the fridge for days, so you can meal prep this salad all week
02 -
  • Soggy cabbage ruins this salad, so dress only what you will eat within a few hours and keep the remaining vegetables and dressing separate
  • The dressing tastes better after sitting for at least an hour, so make it ahead and store it in a jar in the fridge
03 -
  • Use a vegetable peeler to create ribbons of carrot instead of grating for better texture
  • Invest in a good quality sesame oil and store it in the fridge to prevent it from going rancid
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