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Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad

Delicious Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad for a Fresh Twist

This Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is a vibrant and healthy dish, perfect for busy nights and easy meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded rotisserie chicken works marvelously
  • 4 cups Mixed Greens any blend you love
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots use fresh for the best crunch
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage choose bright purple, free from dark spots
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries raisins are a great substitute
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds peanuts or sunflower seeds are alternatives
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions freshly chopped yields the best taste
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce tamari can be used for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar apple cider vinegar works as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil canola oil is a viable alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Honey maple syrup works well for a different take
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger always grate fresh for best impact
  • 1 clove Garlic freshly minced is preferred

Equipment

  • large salad bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Salad Preparation
  1. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, shredded carrots, red cabbage, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds. Gently toss the ingredients together until well mixed.
  2. Fold in the shredded cooked chicken to the salad base, ensuring even distribution throughout the salad for delicious flavor.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently but thoroughly to ensure even flavor distribution.
  5. Serve immediately, or let it chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Dress just before serving to maintain crispness. Feel free to adjust dressing ingredients based on your preferences and mix in favorite fruits or veggies.

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