Description
Refreshing chicken citrus crunch salad merges zesty Mediterranean flavors with crisp textures. Juicy chicken, tangy citrus, and crunchy nuts create a perfect harmony for summer dining experiences you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 3 cups thinly sliced Napa cabbage
- 1 cup thinly sliced red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced sugar snap peas
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments, drained
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup (0.33 cups) toasted slivered almonds
- Sesame seeds (optional)
- ¼ cup (4 tbsps) unseasoned rice vinegar
- 3 tbsps toasted sesame oil
- 3 tbsps coconut aminos
- 2 tbsps avocado oil
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Assemble Base: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, finely sliced cabbage, julienned carrots, and thinly chopped green onions to create a crisp, colorful foundation.
- Craft Dressing: Whisk rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, freshly grated ginger, and minced garlic until the mixture transforms into a harmonious, glossy emulsion.
- Marinate and Blend: Drizzle the vibrant dressing over the salad, tossing thoroughly to ensure each ingredient is lavishly coated with the zesty flavor profile.
- Elevate Texture: Gently fold in juicy orange segments, roughly torn cilantro leaves, and golden toasted sliced almonds, distributing them evenly to introduce layers of brightness and crunch.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle a delicate shower of toasted sesame seeds across the surface, providing a final nutty accent and elegant finishing touch to the Asian-inspired salad.
Notes
- Maximize Flavor Fusion: Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes after dressing to allow ingredients to marinate and blend tastes harmoniously.
- Prevent Soggy Texture: Add crunchy almonds and sesame seeds just before serving to maintain their crisp, nutty texture.
- Smart Protein Swap: Use rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken for quick preparation and added convenience.
- Temperature Tip: Serve chilled or at room temperature for optimal taste and refreshing eating experience.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg