One of my favorite go-to chicken salads that is packed full of health and flavor!

WHY you should give it a try:

Chicken

• Chicken is an incredibly common food being consumed today but I wanted to include the health benefits of it as a refresher course since it is such a large part of this recipe
• Chicken is very high in lean protein which is essential for muscle growth and development, and helps support a healthy body weight and aids in weight loss.
• It is a natural mood enhancer because it contains the amino acid, tryptophan. Whenever you’re feeling down, it can increase the serotonin levels in your brain which will enhance your mood.
• This form of poultry is also high in selenium which is involved in thyroid, hormone, metabolism, and immune function.

Cabbage

• The extreme levels of antioxidants neutralize free radicals which makes this an important vegetable for cancer prevention.
• Vitamin C is an important antioxidant and vital for our immune system. While vitamin A keeps eyesight healthy and prevents macular degeneration.
• The high amount of soluble fiber and protein keeps digestion moving at a steady rate which keeps the colon healthy, keeps you fuller for longer and regulates blood sugar to prevent spikes and crashes and has been proven to lower cholesterol.

Edamame

• Edamame refers to a soybean that has been harvested at a time where they are edible yet still immature and green.
• Great source of folate which is great for prenatal health in preventing many birth defects and in adults it helps lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
• The polyunsaturated fats in soybean oil include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids that reduce inflammation and lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.

WHERE to get the goods:

• I typically purchase frozen, organic edamame out of the shell.
• Chick can be readily found at any grocery store but I would recommend finding a high quality source for any kind of meat. I personally love to find local farmers either within a grocery store or at the farmer’s market so I can learn about their farming practices and techniques.
• Cabbage is readily available year round at many stores.

HOW to enjoy it:

• This dish is great for lunch or dinner.
• It can be eaten as side or a meal and serves 2-4 respectively.

Thanks for stopping by!

Em

Shredded Chinese Chicken Salad

2015-09-17 13:04:49

Serves 2

A fantastic light salad with an asian twist!

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For the salad

1. 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
2. 3/4 head of napa cabbage
3. 1 cup purple cabbage
4. 1 cup carrots, shredded
5. 1 1/2 cup edamame, shelled
6. 1 cup slivered almonds

For the dressing

1. 1/4 cup soy sauce
2. 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
3. 1/4 cup sesame oil
4. 1 tbsp dry mustard
5. 1 tbsp honey
6. Salt and pepper, to taste

For the salad

1. Preheat oven to 375.
2. Rinse both cabbages and thinly slice crosswise.
3. In a large bowl, combine chicken, both cabbages and carrots.
4. Blanch edamame in boiling water until bright green, drain and set aside to cool.
5. On a baking sheet, arrange slivered almonds in a single layer. Bake 6-8 minutes.
6. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
7. While ingredients are cooling, make dressing- instructions to follow.
8. Add cooled edamame to bowl with dressing and toss.
9. Garnish with almonds and serve.

For the dressing

1. Whisk together, taste and add salt and pepper to your liking.

Notes

1. - Use two forks to shred meat easily but be sure to allow the meat to cool first.
2. - If this salad will not be consumed all at once, I dress only what is on my plate to prevent the cabbage from getting soggy while waiting to be devoured.

By Emily Ann

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