Asian Chicken Salad with Ginger Dressing
Asian Chicken Salad with Ginger Dressing is a vibrant, refreshing dish that’s perfect for spring lunches or quick weeknight dinners. This delightful salad features crunchy cabbage, savory chicken, and sweet mandarin oranges, all tossed in a zesty ginger dressing that brings a unique flair to your meal. Quick to prepare and packed with healthy ingredients, this recipe is ideal for picnics or meal prep, ensuring you enjoy a deliciously satisfying dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage
- 2 cups leaf lettuce (romaine or any leafy green)
- 2 cups cooked chicken (rotisserie or poached)
- 1/2 cup mandarin oranges (drained)
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 1/2 inch knob ginger, grated
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Toast the sliced almonds and sesame seeds in a small skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine coleslaw mix, leaf lettuce, chopped chicken, cilantro, and green onions. Toss well.
- In another bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Add the toasted almonds and sesame seeds to the salad mixture.
- Just before serving, fold in mandarin oranges and drizzle generously with ginger dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg