Chicken Crunch Salad
🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
🥗 Yield: n/a
📖 Description: Adapted from a special issue of Taste of Home, this vibrant green salad is not only visually appealing but also a delightful treat for luncheons or snacks. Served in crisp red cabbage cups, it adds a refreshing twist to your meal. The chow mein noodles used are the crunchy variety commonly found in the blue can at grocery stores, distinct from ramen noodles. Packed with poultry, vegetables, and a flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1/4 cup salted peanuts
- Chow mein noodles, for garnish
Instructions:
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Prepare the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, celery, and sliced green onions.
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Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, soy sauce, and ground ginger until well combined.
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Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, tossing lightly to ensure everything is evenly coated.
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Chill: Cover the salad and chill it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Add Crunch: Just before serving, stir in the crunchy chow mein noodles and salted peanuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the salad.
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Serve: Once the noodles and peanuts are incorporated, dish out the salad into individual servings and enjoy the delightful crunchiness and flavors.
This Chicken Crunch Salad is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packs a nutritional punch. With a burst of colors and flavors, it’s perfect for a light lunch, snack, or even brunch option. Give it a try and elevate your salad game! 🥗