August 4, 2018 By Tamar Genger, MA, RD Leave a Comment

CHICKEN, RICE NOODLE, AND BEAN SPROUT SALAD

Name: CHICKEN, RICE NOODLE, AND BEAN SPROUT SALAD
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup rice noodles (softened according to package directions); 1/2 cup bean sprouts; 2 ounces cooked chicken breast, cut into small pieces or shredded; 1 tablespoon slivered almonds; 1 green onion (chopped); 1 teaspoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon mirin or rice vinegar with honey; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Mung bean sprouts are the most common sprout found in stores. They are low in calories and high in protein and vitamins B and C. The sprouting actually makes the nutrients more available.