Heart-Healthy Chinese Chicken Salad

This Heart-Healthy Chinese Chicken Salad is a vibrant, nutritious twist on a classic favorite, perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Packed with lean, protein-rich shredded chicken simmered in low-sodium broth, and a medley of crisp, colorful veggies like napa cabbage, red bell pepper, carrots, and cucumber, this recipe is as visually appealing as it is delicious. A refreshing dressing made with light soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey adds a delicate balance of sweet and tangy flavors, while toasted sesame seeds lend a nutty crunch. Finished with a pop of fresh cilantro and green onions, this wholesome salad is low in sodium, high in fiber, and bursting with flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this salad is proof that healthy eating can be quick, satisfying, and utterly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 unit skinless boneless chicken breast
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 4 cups napa cabbage
• 1 unit red bell pepper
• 2 units carrots
• 1 unit cucumber
• 2 units green onions
• 0.5 cup cilantro
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
• 1 clove fresh garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breast in a medium saucepan and add the low-sodium chicken broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 2

Remove the chicken from the broth and let it cool slightly. Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.

Step 3

Thinly slice the napa cabbage, red bell pepper, and cucumber. Grate the carrots. Chop the green onions and cilantro.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the napa cabbage, red bell pepper, carrots, cucumber, green onions, cilantro, and shredded chicken.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the light soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad just before serving.

Step 8

Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature for a fresh and healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1439.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	664.2

Total Fat 28.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 119mg	0%
Sodium 2171.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 26.3g
Protein 52.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 400.1mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 2026.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 31.3%

Carbs: 31.0%