This sweet and sour chicken salad is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more. The crispy chicken combined with the tangy and sweet dressing creates a mouthwatering dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The salad is packed with fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a delectable dressing that is both tangy and sweet. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a restaurant-worthy salad in the comfort of your own home. Give it a try and impress your family and friends with this flavorful and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, grilled and sliced
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup sweet and sour sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet and sour sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and peanuts.
- Add the grilled and sliced chicken to the salad bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Serve the sweet and sour chicken salad immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Sweet and sour chicken salad is a popular dish in American Chinese cuisine.
Adding roasted peanuts provides a crunchy texture and extra flavor to the salad.
This salad can be easily customized by adding or substituting your favorite vegetables.