Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
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2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
or diced
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4 cups mixed greens (like romaine,
spinach, or kale)
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1/2 cup dried cranberries
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1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
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1/2 cup mandarin orange slices (fresh or
canned, drained)
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1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup shredded carrots
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2 green onions, sliced
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1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
For the Dressing:
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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2 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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1 tsp sesame oil
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
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1 garlic clove, minced
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Juice of 1 lime
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare
the Salad:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the
cooked chicken, mixed greens, cranberries, almonds, mandarin orange slices,
cucumber, shredded carrots, and green onions.
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Toss everything gently to mix the
ingredients evenly.
1. Make
the Dressing:
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In a small bowl, whisk together the soy
sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and lime juice.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and
pepper.
1. Assemble
the Salad:
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Drizzle the dressing over the salad and
toss to coat all the ingredients well.
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Sprinkle sesame seeds on top, if using,
for added crunch and flavor.
1. Serve
and Enjoy:
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Serve the salad chilled or at room
temperature, and enjoy the refreshing blend of savory, sweet, and tangy
flavors.
This Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is
a fantastic combination of savory chicken, sweet cranberries, and crunchy
almonds with a zesty Asian-inspired dressing!
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Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Split the
hoagie rolls in half and place them on a baking sheet.
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder,
and parsley. Brush the mixture over the hoagie rolls and sprinkle mozzarella
cheese o
