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Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad Recipe

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This Delicious Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is a quick and healthy meal option that combines tender cooked chicken with fresh mixed greens, vibrant shredded vegetables, and a tangy, flavorful dressing. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or light dinner, this salad brings together the sweetness of dried cranberries and honey with the savory depth of soy sauce and sesame oil for a satisfying and balanced dish.

Ingredients

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For the Salad

  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded or diced
  • 4 cups Mixed Greens, any variety
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries (can substitute with raisins)
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds (can use peanuts or sunflower seeds)
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions, chopped

For the Dressing

  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (Tamari for gluten-free option)
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar (can substitute with apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil (can use canola oil if necessary)
  • 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, grated
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salad Base: In a large salad bowl, combine fresh mixed greens, shredded carrots, and red cabbage. Add dried cranberries and sliced almonds. Toss gently to mix all the ingredients evenly and set the bowl aside for later.
  2. Add the Chicken: Fold the cooked shredded or diced chicken into the salad base, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the greens and vegetables for consistent flavor in every bite.
  3. Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic until the dressing is well combined and smooth.
  4. Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly with the flavorful dressing.
  5. Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for a fresh, crisp texture, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and deepen.

Notes

  • Chill the salad for better flavor infusion before serving.
  • Use seasonal ingredients to add variety and a personal touch to the salad.
  • Substitute ingredients like raisins for cranberries or peanuts for almonds based on availability or preference.
  • For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of regular soy sauce.

Keywords: Asian chicken salad, cranberry salad, healthy salad, quick meal, chicken recipe, cranberry, mixed greens, sesame dressing

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