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.