Chinese Chicken Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Salad Base
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2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie recommended)
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2 cups romaine lettuce, thinly chopped
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2 cups napa cabbage, thinly chopped
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1 cup carrots, julienned or shredded
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1/2 cup green onions, chopped
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1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 cup mandarin oranges
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1/3 cup sliced almonds (or cashews)
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Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
→ Ginger-Sesame Dressing
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3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
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2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
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2 teaspoons sesame oil
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3 tablespoons olive oil
# Instructions:
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Combine rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, grated ginger, sesame oil, and olive oil in a small jar with a sealed lid. Shake vigorously until thoroughly combined. Reserve any extra dressing in the jar for future use.
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In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, romaine lettuce, napa cabbage, carrots, green onions, cilantro, mandarin oranges, and sliced almonds. Toss gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
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Drizzle the ginger-sesame dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are fully coated. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately for optimal freshness and texture.
# Notes:
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This salad can be prepped ahead of time, but add the dressing just before serving to maintain crispness.
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Rotisserie chicken makes this a quick weeknight meal, but any leftover cooked chicken works well.