Description
Mandarin Chicken Salad
Ingredients
2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
6 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, or arugula)
1 cup mandarin orange segments (fresh or canned, drained)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded purple cabbage
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Assemble the salad: In a large bowl or on a platter, arrange the salad greens as the base. Top with grilled chicken slices, mandarin orange segments, cherry tomatoes, purple cabbage, and sliced almonds.
Add dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired, and serve immediately.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes (for grilled chicken)
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 310 kcal per serving
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