Asian-style shredded chicken and kale salad

Asian-style shredded chicken and kale salad

The healthy Asian-inspired salad is a nourishing dish to eat at any time of day

Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 30 mins
Total: 40 mins
the cooking time is 3 minutes (or 30 mins if roasting chicken)

Published: July 4, 2025 at 1:53 pm

This tasty Asian-influenced salad is packed with nutrients and protein to help you feel fuller for longer.

Cook’s tip: If you don’t have kale in your fridge, substitute it with spinach – it has a more delicate flavour and texture, but will work just as well.

Recipe and image courtesy of Discover Great Veg, discovergreatveg.co.uk

Ingredients

  • 125g (4.4 oz) kale
  • 1 small leek shredded
  • 1 lime zested and juiced
  • 3 tbsp coconut cream
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Thai fish sauce
  • 1 carrot shredded
  • 200g (7 oz) roast chicken shredded, or 2 skinless (raw) chicken breasts

Method

  • Step 1

    If you’re not using leftover roast chicken, place 2 chicken breasts on a baking sheet, coat in a little olive oil and season. Roast in a preheated oven at 200ºC/ 180ºC/ gas mark 6 for 20-25 minutes, or until the juices run clear. Rest the cooked chicken for 5 minutes before shredding. 

  • Step 2

    Meanwhile, cook the kale in boiling water for 2 minutes, add the leek and cook for 30 seconds more, then drain and run under cold water. Pat dry on kitchen paper. 

  • Step 3

    In a large bowl, mix together the lime zest and juice, the coconut cream, mayonnaise and Thai fish sauce. Toss in the shredded carrot, shredded roast chicken and kale mix, season to taste and serve immediately.

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