Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad
This Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is a delightful blend of tender chicken, vibrant mixed greens, crunchy vegetables, sweet cranberries, and a flavorful Asian-inspired dressing. It’s a perfect balance of savory and sweet, making it a refreshing and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course, Salad
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Main Salad Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds or chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, mix together the greens, carrots, red cabbage, cranberries, nuts, and green onions.
- Add Chicken: Incorporate the cooked chicken into the salad bowl and gently mix with the vegetables.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey/maple syrup, ginger, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently for an even coat.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately for freshness or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to enhance flavors.
Notes
- This Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is versatile; feel free to customize the ingredients to suit your preferences.
- For added texture and taste, consider mixing in some crunchy elements like water chestnuts or crispy noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
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