Almond Chicken Salad

Almond Chicken Salad
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    385

Embrace the essence of summer with this vibrant Almond Chicken Salad, a delightful medley of textures and flavors. Crisp vegetables, tender chicken, and crunchy almonds are tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing, making it the perfect dish to prepare in advance and savor on a warm day.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    20 g
  • Cholesterol
    54 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    26 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    237 mg
  • Sugar
    10 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the green onions, shredded carrot, red bell pepper, halved sugar snap peas, chopped cooked chicken breast, fresh cilantro leaves, and toasted blanched slivered almonds. Gently mix to combine. (Prep time: 15 minutes)

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Recipe View In a separate small bowl, whisk together the white sugar, distilled white vinegar, sesame oil, teriyaki sauce, and ground dry mustard until the sugar is dissolved and the dressing is smooth and emulsified. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated. Ensure the dressing is well distributed for maximum flavor. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve the Almond Chicken Salad in pita pockets for a portable lunch or on a bed of fresh lettuce for a lighter option. Garnish with extra cilantro and almonds, if desired. Enjoy immediately or chill for later. (Chill time: 30 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, try marinating the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic before cooking.
Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar in the dressing to suit your personal preference.
Feel free to substitute other vegetables, such as celery, cucumber, or snow peas.
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 128 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Hayley Boyle

    The toasted almonds add such a nice crunch! I will definitely be making this again.

  • Morris Brown

    I added some chopped avocado for extra creaminess and it was delicious!

  • Fritz Ankunding

    This salad is so refreshing and easy to make! I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.

  • Tess Hermann

    This is my go-to recipe for a quick and healthy lunch.

  • Gilberto Franecki

    I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the dressing.

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