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Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad

Delicious Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad in Just 15 Minutes

This Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is a colorful, protein-packed dish that's quick to prepare, making it a perfect meal prep option for busy weekdays.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups shredded cabbage green or napa
  • 2 cups pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken shredded or chopped
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 clove fresh garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or Tamari/Coconut Aminos

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of shredded cabbage and 2 cups of shredded or chopped pre-cooked chicken. Add 1 cup of dried cranberries.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of toasted sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of honey until fully emulsified. Incorporate 1 minced clove of garlic and 1 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger, then add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
  3. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad base, gently toss the ingredients together to coat evenly.
  4. Cover the bowl and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Serve the salad on a platter or individual plates. Optionally, top with sliced almonds or sunflower seeds just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store salad components separately in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days to maintain freshness.

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