ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH SESAME GINGER DRESSING

 I love the fresh light flavor of this salad with the combination of ingredients.  It's light and satisfying and filling at the same time.

Ingredients for salad:

• 1 head heart of romaine, chopped
• 1 cup shredded broccoli slaw mix
• 1 cup coarsely shredded cabbage
• 2 stalks celery, cut on a bias
• 1 carrot, cut into matchstick pieces
• 1/2 red bell pepper sliced into thin strips
• 1/2 cup of edamame, shelled
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 1 small can mandarin oranges in their own juice, drained
• 2 small or 1 large chicken breast, poached and cubed
• Chow mien noodles for topping

Ingredients for dressing:

• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger root
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup naturally brewed soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Directions for salad:

Combine all ingredients except mandarin oranges, chicken and chow mien noodles and toss together.  Place salad mixture on plate and top with remaining ingredients.

Direction for dressing:

Combine all ingredients except sesame seeds.  Microwave for 30 seconds and mix with blender.  Add sesame seeds and chill before serving.

Click here for a printable version of this recipe from Culinary Collage.