DESCRIPTION OF ASIAN FUSION CHICKEN SALAD
This Asian Fusion Chicken Salad combines the savoury delight of rotisserie chicken with the crisp freshness of romaine and napa cabbage, enhanced by sweet mandarin oranges and a strong ginger-sesame dressing. Ideal for a nutritious lunch or a light dinner, this salad offers a delightful mix of textures and flavours, topped with crunchy almonds and sesame seeds for added zest.
RECIPE CATEGORY
- Lunch
SERVING SIZE
- Serves 6
CUISINE
- Asian
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
- No-Cook
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
- Spring, Summer, Picnic, Family Reunion
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
- Healthy, Low Fat, Low Cholesterol, High Fibre
DISH TYPE
- Salad
INGREDIENTS FOR ASIAN FUSION CHICKEN SALAD
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, thinly chopped
- 2 cups napa cabbage, thinly chopped
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup mandarin oranges
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Ginger-Sesame Dressing:
- 3 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp olive oil
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 290 per serving
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Sodium: 320mg
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 18g
PREPARATION FOR ASIAN FUSION CHICKEN SALAD
- In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, napa cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro.
- Add the cooked chicken and mandarin oranges to the salad.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, honey, ginger, sesame oil, and olive oil until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle sliced almonds and sesame seeds on top for garnish.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavours to meld.
PREP TIME
- 15 minutes
COOKING TIME
- 0 minutes
TIPS FOR ASIAN FUSION CHICKEN SALAD
- To keep the salad fresh, add the dressing just before serving.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Enhance the salad by adding crispy wonton strips or chow mein noodles for extra crunch.
VARIATIONS
- Substitute grilled tofu or shrimp for chicken to make it vegetarian or pescatarian.
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for more colour and crunch.
- Use cashews instead of almonds for a different nutty flavour.
PREPPING AND STORAGE GUIDE FOR ASIAN FUSION CHICKEN SALAD
- The salad can be refrigerated for up to 2 days without the dressing. Store the dressing separately and toss just before serving.
- For best freshness, keep the ingredients and dressing in separate containers until ready to serve.
This Asian Fusion Chicken Salad is not just a treat for the palate but also a healthful choice, rich in proteins and fiber, making it a perfect addition to your meal planning. Enjoy the burst of flavour in each bite!