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Asian Chicken Crunch Salad

Delicious Asian Chicken Crunch Salad That Will Wow Your Guests

This Asian Chicken Crunch Salad is a vibrant, healthy dish featuring crunchy ingredients and a delicious dressing that will impress your guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course salads
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • - Knife
  • - Cutting board

Ingredients
  

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup Unseasoned Rice Vinegar Acts as the base for the dressing, providing acidity.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Adds a pungent aroma and depth of flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (peeled and minced) Contributes a zesty, warm flavor that enhances the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Sweetener that balances acidity and spiciness.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or Sambal Oelek Adds heat and complexity to the dressing.
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese Hot Mustard Delivers a punch of spice.
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil or Preferred Oil Provides richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Sesame Oil Enhances flavor and aroma.

Salad

  • 6 cups Romaine Lettuce (torn) Serves as the crunchy base.
  • 1-2 cups Shredded Red Cabbage Adds color and crunch.
  • 1 large Carrot (shredded) Offers sweetness and color.
  • 2 Green Onions (finely chopped) Provides mild onion flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced or Slivered Almonds Adds nuttiness and crunch.
  • 1 can Mandarin Oranges (drained) Brings sweetness and juiciness.
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken (shredded) Main protein source.
  • 1/2 cup Fried Wonton Strips Provides an additional layer of crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds Enhancing flavor.

Instructions
 

Making the Salad

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, minced garlic, fresh ginger, brown sugar, sriracha, and Chinese hot mustard. Gradually whisk in the olive oil and dark sesame oil until you achieve a smooth emulsification.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the torn romaine lettuce, shredded red cabbage, shredded carrot, chopped green onions, sliced almonds, drained mandarin oranges, and the shredded chicken. Mix gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
  • Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss everything well to ensure that every component is nicely coated in the dressing.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle fried wonton strips and toasted sesame seeds on top of the salad.

Notes

Allowing the dressing to marinate for at least 15 minutes enhances its flavors. Store leftovers separately for freshness.
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