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Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad

Delicious Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad in 15 Minutes!

This Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is a quick, healthy, and vibrant dish perfect for lunch, ready in just 15 minutes!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken use rotisserie or grilled chicken for convenience
  • 1 cup dried cranberries provides natural sweetness and flavor
  • 4 cups mixed greens any leafy greens on hand
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce substitute with tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can be swapped with light vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey maple syrup can be used as a vegan substitute
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted sunflower seeds are a great nut-free replacement
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup pecans or cashews avoid if nut-free, substitute with seeds

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add about 4 cups of mixed greens, 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken, and 1 cup of dried cranberries. Toss the ingredients gently with your hands to ensure an even distribution.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of honey until thoroughly combined.
  3. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss everything together for about 30 seconds until well mixed.
  4. Scoop the salad into crisp lettuce cups or fill a wrap with the mixture for an exciting crunch.
  5. Store any leftovers in an airtight container, keeping the dressing separate for up to two days in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Keep the salad and dressing separate until ready to eat to maintain crispness. Adjust dressing flavors to your liking.

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