ASIAN SALAD
Igredients:
- 2 small bags of coleslaw mix (about 12 cups)
- 4 cups rotisserie chicken, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups toasted sliced almonds or cashews
- 1 1/2 dried cranberries
- 3/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup sesame sticks (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups chopped cilantro
- 1-2 small cans mandarin oranges, drained (optional)
- 1/4 cup black sesame seeds or regular sesame seeds
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar (regular or white)
- 4 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 3-4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 4 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 4 tbsp minced ginger
- 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions:
Layer Salad:
Combine coleslaw mix, chicken, almonds or cashews, cranberries, red onion, sesame seeds, sesame sticks (if using), cilantro and mandarin oranges (if using) in a large bowl.
Make Dressing:
Blend olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, honey, ginger, sesame oil and water until smooth.
Dress and Toss:
Pour the desired amount of dressing over the salad, toss gently and serve.
