Almond Chicken Salad

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This is a great summer salad that can be prepared ahead of time so you can enjoy the day.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced

  • 1 large carrot, shredded

  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch pieces

  • ½ pound sugar snap peas, halved

  • 2 cups chopped, cooked chicken breast meat

  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves

  • ½ cup blanched slivered almonds, toasted

  • 2 tablespoons white sugar

  • 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar

  • 1 ½ tablespoons sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce

  • 1 tablespoon ground dry mustard

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the onions, carrot, red pepper, peas, chicken, cilantro and almonds. Set aside.

  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, teriyaki sauce and dry mustard until smooth. Pour over salad mixture and toss until coated. Serve in pita pockets or on a bed of lettuce.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

323 Calories
15g Fat
20g Carbs
26g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 323
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 2g 9%
Cholesterol 54mg 18%
Sodium 237mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 26g 53%
Vitamin C 50mg 55%
Calcium 99mg 8%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 418mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.