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Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad

Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad - A Refreshing Flavor Burst

This Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is a vibrant meal prep dream, packed with protein and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 4 cups coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage
  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken shredded
  • 1 small diced onion or green onions
For the Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup almonds or cashews
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins/chopped apples
  • 1/4 cup cilantro or parsley
  • 1 cup mandarin oranges optional
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup sesame sticks or crispy chow mein noodles
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds or poppy seeds
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon water splash

Equipment

  • Blender
  • large serving bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large serving bowl, spread the coleslaw mix evenly to create a crisp base.
  2. Carefully arrange the rotisserie chicken, almonds, dried cranberries, diced onion, sesame sticks, and chopped cilantro over the coleslaw.
  3. In a blender, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, grated ginger, toasted sesame oil, and a splash of water. Blend until smooth.
  4. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the layered salad and gently toss to combine.
  5. Serve immediately to enjoy its freshness and crispness.
  6. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days, keeping the dressing separate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Make the salad just before serving to keep it crunchy. Prepare the salad base and dressing ahead but combine them only at serving time.

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