This satisfying Asian Cashew Chicken Salad is crunchy, nutty and sweet all at the same time. To speed up preparation, I use chow mein noodles instead of fried wonton wrappers called for in the original recipe.
Asian Cashew Chicken Salad
This satisfying Asian Cashew Chicken Salad is crunchy, nutty and sweet all at the same time. To speed up preparation, I use chow mein noodles instead of fried wonton wrappers called for in the original recipe.
Persons
8
Serving Size
1 Cup
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 medium head iceberg lettuce, torn
- 2 cups cubed cooked chicken
- 1 cup salted cashews
- 1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
- 1 package (6 ounces) frozen snow peas, thawed
- 1 can (3 ounces) chow mein noodles
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Cool. In a large salad bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; add dressing and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts
Asian Cashew Chicken Salad
Serves: 8-10 servings
| Amount Per Serving: 1 Cup | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 320 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 18g | 27.7% | |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 15% | |
| Trans Fat | ||
| Cholesterol 25mg | 8.3% | |
| Sodium 335mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 27g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber 14g | 56% | |
| Sugars 3g | ||
| Protein 13g | ||
| Vitamin A | Vitamin C | |
| Calcium | Iron | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Flavorite
Recipe adapted from and Photo courtesy of: TasteofHome.com
