Colorful Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad for Fresh Flavors

This Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad combines vibrant flavors and textures, making it a colorful and nutritious choice for any meal.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad Base

4 cups Coleslaw Mix Substitute with shredded cabbage or mixed greens for variation
2 cups Rotisserie Chicken Can replace with shrimp, tofu, or turkey
1 cup Dried Cranberries Can use raisins or other dried fruits
1 cup Diced Onion Substitute with green onions for a milder taste
1 cup Sesame Sticks Substitute with crushed pretzels or crispy chow mein noodles
1/2 cup Cilantro Omit or substitute with parsley
1 cup Mandarin Oranges Optional, can replace with fresh oranges or other citrus

For the Dressing

1/2 cup Olive Oil Use avocado oil as an alternative
1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar Substitute with rice vinegar for a smoother taste
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option
2 cloves Garlic Minced, optional to use garlic powder
1 teaspoon Ginger Optional to use ground ginger
1 tablespoon Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for a vegan version
2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Oil Skip if allergic or use another oil
2 tablespoons Water Adjust as necessary for dressing consistency

For the Garnish

2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional, substitute with poppy seeds

Equipment

bowl
Blender
tongs

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad

In a spacious bowl, spread out the coleslaw mix as the crunchy foundation of your Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad. Aim for a nice, even layer.
Artfully arrange the chopped rotisserie chicken, dried cranberries, diced onions, and sesame sticks over the coleslaw mix. Sprinkle in the cilantro and mandarin oranges.
In a blender, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, ginger, and toasted sesame oil. Blend until smooth.
Gradually drizzle the prepared dressing over your layered salad to avoid sogginess. Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are coated.
Serve your Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad immediately. If for meal prep, store salad and dressing separately in airtight containers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 410mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

To maintain crunch, dress the salad right before serving and store components separately for meal prep.

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