Chinese Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing

PREP: 20 MINUTES  YIELD: 6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE SALAD:

• 4 cups shredded cooked chicken (See Kelly's Notes)
• 3 cups shredded Romaine lettuce
• 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
• 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced into batons
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds
• 1 cup crispy chow mein noodles
• 1 cup Mandarin oranges

FOR THE DRESSING:

• 3 Tablespoons sesame oil
• 1/4 cup seasoned rice wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 Tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large bowl, combine all of the salad ingredients, tossing until well mixed.

In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients and then pour over the salad, tossing to coat.

KELLY'S NOTES:

I buy a rotisserie chicken and shred the meat (discarding the skin). It's fast, fresh and just enough meat for 4 to 6 servings.

Posted by Laila Utami