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Asian-Inspired Mandarin Chicken Salad
Jon Simon

Asian-Inspired Mandarin Chicken Salad

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A light yet satisfying salad with an ideal balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Tender grilled chicken combines with crisp vegetables, juicy mandarin oranges, and a zesty Asian-inspired dressing on a bed of fresh mixed greens.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, dinner, lunch, Main Dish, Salad
Cuisine: American, Asian, Asian-fusion, Chinese
Calories: 375

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 cups mixed salad greens
  • 2 mandarin oranges segmented
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 2 carrots julienned
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds toasted
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 clove garlic minced

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.
  2. While the chicken cooks, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, ginger, and garlic in a small bowl to make the dressing.
  3. Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  4. Combine salad greens, bell pepper, and carrots in a large bowl.
  5. Top with sliced chicken, mandarin segments, and toasted almonds. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with sesame seeds just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 32gFat: 21gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 385mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12g

Notes

The dressing can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For meal prep, cook the chicken and prepare the vegetables in advance, but add the dressing just before serving to maintain freshness and prevent wilting.

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