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Vegetable and Chicken Salad

A colorful, crunchy salad with purple cabbage, broccoli, carrots, and tender chicken, tossed with noodles and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
380
Protein
32g
Vegetable and Chicken Salad
HealthyQuickAmericanDairy-FreeChickenCrunchyTenderWeeknight

Ingredients

  • 2 pieces chicken breast
  • 2 cups purple cabbage
  • 1 head broccoli
  • 2 medium carrots
  • 2 cups cooked noodles
  • 1 whole lime
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season the 2 chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let rest, then slice.

  2. 2

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets, and cook until bright green and tender-crisp, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups shredded purple cabbage, 2 grated carrots, the blanched broccoli, and 2 cups cooked noodles.

  4. 4

    Whisk together the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil and the juice of 1 lime in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Add the sliced chicken to the bowl, pour over the dressing, and toss everything to coat. Sprinkle with the 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot
  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board

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