Cabbage ChickIn Salad
Cabbage Salad with Vegetarian Chicken Tenders
This cabbage chickIn salad is a wonderful change from the traditional green leaf salad. Our protein source is vegetarian chicken-like tenders (or fingers). In this case we used the soy protein tenders from Trader Joe's. You simply place them on your small personal grill or bake on a baking sheet in a conventional oven. You can prepare them a day or so in advance and use them for various meals during the week. Soy provides an excellent source of protein and is a good substitute for vegetarians or if you want to reduce fat, calorie and cholesterol. We have used it for other recipes (see below).
Cabbage is a wonderful vegetable. It should be a staple in the healthy pantry for several reasons:
1 - it holds up well in the refrigerator. If stored whole and wrapped, it can last for a few weeks.
2- It is rarely contains bugs.
3 - It excellent eaten raw or lightly steams and is most digestible.
4 - Research suggest that in populations where cabbage is a eaten in large amounts, cancer rates are much lower.
6 Ingredient Recipe
Cabbage ChickIn Salad
Ingredients1 cup ground
cabbage
1/2 tsp. sesame oil 2 tbsp. Tuscan Italian Dressing or Balsamic vinaigrette 1/8 cup soy cheese grated 2 Tbsp raisins 4 soy protein tenders or chicken tenders cooked and diced. VariationAdd 1/4 cup of grated carrots |
InstructionsCook soy protein tenders or chicken nugget as directed on package. Set aside. Place cabbage in a medium salad bowl. Top with raisins. Drizzle sesame oil over the cabbage. Sprinkle with cheese Top with chopped soy protein or chicken and salad dressing. Toss and serve. Serves 1 hungry person or two small servings. Benefits-Good for anemia, respiratory diseases, and acne
-Good for digestion
-Good source of iron, folate, Vitamin C, beta-carotene and sulfur |
Notes
- Cabbage is a member one of the cruciferous vegetables and contains vitamins, minerals, other nutrients, and chemicals known as glucosinolates. Other cruciferous vegetables include, broccoli, kale, collard greens, cauliflower, radishes, turnips and wasabi.
- Use cabbage, in moderation, if you have an under active thyroid.
- Extra ground cabbage is always good to have in the refrigerator. Use to add to soups, stews, stir-fries and sauces.
Reference:
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/diet/cruciferous-vegetable
Other recipes using cabbage:
-Vegetarian Recipes
-Vegan Recipes
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