Soy-Free Asian Chicken Salad

Bright, fresh, and completely soy-free, this Asian Chicken Salad is a vibrant twist on a classic favorite, perfect for those with dietary restrictions or looking for a healthier option. Tender, poached chicken breast is combined with a crisp medley of mixed greens, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, and fragrant herbs like cilantro and green onions for a refreshing crunch in every bite. The homemade dressing, made with avocado oil, rice vinegar, lime juice, and a touch of honey, is packed with zesty ginger and garlic, creating a tangy-sweet balance without any soy-based elements. Toasted sesame seeds add a nutty finish, while an optional chill in the fridge lets the flavors harmonize beautifully. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free and soy-free salad is an easy yet sophisticated dish, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a light main course that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 large Carrot, julienned
• 2 pieces Green onions, chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds, toasted
• 3 tablespoons Avocado oil
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice, fresh
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Place 2 cups of water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the chicken breasts, reduce heat to a simmer, and cover. Poach for about 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the water and let it cool slightly. Dice or shred and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, green onions, and cilantro.

Step 3

For the dressing, in a small bowl, whisk together the avocado oil, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, ginger, garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Add the shredded chicken and dressing to the salad mixture, tossing everything to coat evenly.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1729.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1283.2

Total Fat 63.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 1597.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 119.6g	0%

Vitamin D 45.2IU	0%
Calcium 441.7mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 2624.9mg	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: 44.2%

Protein: 36.9%

Carbs: 18.9%