Whole30 Chinese Chicken Salad

This Whole30 Chinese Chicken Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed meal that's as wholesome as it is satisfying. Tender, pan-seared chicken breast is infused with the umami of coconut aminos and the warmth of sesame oil, then paired with a crisp, colorful medley of napa cabbage, julienned carrots, and red bell peppers. A tangy, ginger-spiced dressing ties this salad together, while sliced almonds and sesame seeds add a delightful crunch. Ready in just 35 minutes and free of gluten, dairy, and added sugars, this guilt-free recipe is perfect for those following a Whole30, paleo, or clean eating lifestyle. Serve it fresh for an easy, nourishing dinner or a light, refreshing lunch.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 5 cups napa cabbage
• 1 cup carrots
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 2 stalks green onions
• 0.25 cup cilantro
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 7 minutes on one side without moving them.

Step 3

Flip the chicken breasts and add 1 tablespoon of coconut aminos over each piece. Cover the skillet and cook for another 6-8 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.

Step 5

While the chicken rests, prepare the salad dressing. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of coconut aminos, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ground ginger, sesame oil, and whisk together until well combined.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine shredded napa cabbage, thinly sliced carrots, julienned red bell pepper, chopped green onions, and chopped cilantro.

Step 7

Add the sliced chicken to the salad bowl.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until the ingredients are well-coated.

Step 9

Top the salad with sliced almonds and sesame seeds for a crunchy texture.

Step 10

Serve the salad immediately and enjoy a fresh, guilt-free meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1079.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1482.9

Total Fat 81.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.9g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 3596.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.4g
Protein 141.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 402.9mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 2841.0mg	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: 49.2%

Protein: 37.9%

Carbs: 12.9%