Asian-Inspired Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing
Ingredients:
- Salad:
- 1/2 green cabbage, shredded or thinly sliced
- 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 3 large carrots, shredded
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds
- Dressing:
- 1 orange, zested and juiced
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1-2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
Preparation:
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients (orange zest and juice, sesame oil, soy sauce, avocado oil, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, ginger, garlic powder, and salt) for 1-2 minutes until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, chicken, and carrots.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the top and toss to combine.
- Add the green onions, cilantro, mint, and slivered almonds to the salad. Gently toss again to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Serve:
- Serve the salad right away for the freshest results. Enjoy!
Feel free to adjust the amount of sriracha to your preferred level of spiciness. This salad is perfect for a light and healthy meal, packed with fresh herbs and a delightful crunch from the almonds.