Mandarin Chicken Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Mandarin Chicken Salad is the perfect medley of crisp vegetables, juicy mandarin oranges, and tender, seasoned chicken. The hearty base of romaine lettuce is elevated with vibrant purple cabbage, sweet julienned carrots, and a satisfying crunch from toasted almonds and sesame seeds. A savory-sweet homemade dressing, infused with soy sauce, honey, fresh ginger, and garlic, ties everything together beautifully. Quick and easy to make, this salad is ideal for a light lunch or a colorful side dish at dinner. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a healthy and flavorful way to enjoy lean protein and fresh produce in one bowl.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Purple cabbage (shredded)
• 1 large Carrot (julienned)
• 1 cup Mandarin orange segments (canned or fresh)
• 0.25 cup Sliced almonds (toasted)
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced thinly)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (toasted, optional)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips.

Step 3

In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, shredded purple cabbage, julienned carrot, and mandarin orange segments.

Step 4

Add the sliced chicken, toasted almonds, green onions, and sesame seeds (if using) to the bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1070.5 grams (1070.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1327

Total Fat 59.50g	76%
Saturated Fat 9.20g	46%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.30g
Cholesterol 296mg	99%
Sodium 2724mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 78.90g	29%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 51.30g
Protein 123.40g	247%

Vitamin D 45IU	226%
Calcium 361mg	28%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 2263mg	48%

*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: 39.8%

Protein: 36.7%

Carbs: 23.5%