3 c. torn lettuce
1 1/2 c. chopped, cooked chicken
1 (8 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 c. julienne carrots
1/4 c. chopped red cabbage
1/4 c. diagonally sliced green onions
1 (5 oz.) can chow mein noodles

DRESSING:

3 1/2 tbsp. light soy sauce
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 tbsp. rice vinegar
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. sesame oil

In large bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. Add lettuce, chicken, and vegetables; toss with dressing. Top with chow mein noodles and serve. Serves 4-6.

Variation: Substitute bamboo shoots and frozen pea pods for water chestnuts and cabbage.