Almost Fat Free Chinese Salad Recipe

This vibrant and healthy Chinese salad bursts with textures and flavors! Customize it endlessly with your favorite veggies like snow peas, water chestnuts, and broccoli. The light and flavorful dressing, tossed with crispy chow mein noodles, makes this a satisfying and guilt-free meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a refreshing side dish.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 82.6 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Almost Fat Free Chinese Salad

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How to Make Almost Fat Free Chinese Salad

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop 1 cup snow peas, ½ cup water chestnuts, and 1 cup broccoli florets. (Feel free to substitute or add other vegetables like shredded carrots, bell peppers, or mushrooms)
  2. Whisk together the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sake (optional), ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon sugar.
  3. Combine and serve: Add the prepared vegetables to a large salad bowl. Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  4. Garnish and enjoy: Top with 2 cups chow mein noodles and serve immediately. Refrigerate leftover dressing for future use.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Almost Fat Free Chinese Salad?

Almost Fat Free Chinese Salad takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Almost Fat Free Chinese Salad?

Almost Fat Free Chinese Salad has approximately 82.6 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Almost Fat Free Chinese Salad?

The key ingredients for Almost Fat Free Chinese Salad are Cauliflower, Cucumber, Fresh Spinach, Fresh Mushrooms, Carrots, Green Onions. See the full list with measurements above.

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