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Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad

Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is a vibrant, crunchy, and flavorful dish combining tender chicken, crisp vegetables, sweet dried cranberries, and a savory sesame-ginger dressing. This refreshing salad offers the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, making it ideal for quick lunches, healthy dinners, or meal prep. Packed with lean protein and colorful vegetables, it’s a satisfying and nutritious salad that’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Fusion, Healthy
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or sliced
  • 2 cups napa cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup red cabbage shredded
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • ⅓ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds toasted
  • 2 tablespoons green onions sliced
  • ¼ cup crispy wonton strips optional
Asian Sesame Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Small mixing bowl (for dressing)
  • Whisk or fork
  • Salad tongs or large spoon
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

Prepare the chicken
  1. Cook the chicken by grilling or baking until fully cooked, then let it rest before slicing or shredding. Rotisserie chicken can also be used for convenience.
Prepare the vegetables
  1. Thinly slice the napa cabbage and red cabbage. Chop the romaine lettuce, shred the carrots, and slice the green onions.
Make the dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, and olive oil until smooth and well combined.
Assemble the salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cabbage, lettuce, carrots, chicken, and dried cranberries.
Add dressing
  1. Drizzle the sesame dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
Add toppings
  1. Sprinkle toasted almonds, green onions, and crispy wonton strips over the salad.
Serve immediately
  1. Enjoy fresh for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and flavorful shortcut.
  • Toast the almonds in a dry pan for 2–3 minutes to enhance their flavor.
  • Add dressing just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp.
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
  • This salad works well as a meal prep option if the dressing is stored separately.

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