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Exotic chicken cranberry salad with an Asian twist

15-Minute Exotic Chicken Cranberry Salad with Asian Twist That Wows


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A vibrant and flavorful salad combining tender chicken with sweet cranberries and an Asian-inspired dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken, cranberries, almonds, green onions, and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Arrange the salad greens on a serving platter.
  5. Top the greens with the chicken mixture.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • Toast the almonds for extra flavor.
  • Adjust honey for desired sweetness.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: chicken salad, cranberry salad, Asian salad, quick salad, healthy salad