Asian Chicken Salad With Orange Ginger Dressing Recipe

Ingredients for Asian Chicken Salad With Orange Ginger Dressing

• Plain Nonfat Yogurt
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• Fresh Gingerroot
• Salt
• White Sugar
• Dried Orange Peel
• Cayenne Pepper
• Ground Cinnamon
• Romaine Lettuce
• Cooked Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
• Red Pepper
• Mandarin Oranges In Juice
• Sliced Water Chestnuts
• Sliced Almonds

How to Make Asian Chicken Salad With Orange Ginger Dressing

1. **Make the Orange Ginger Dressing:** In a blender, combine 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon honey, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Blend until smooth and creamy.
2. **Chill the Dressing:** Refrigerate the dressing for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3. **Prep the Salad:** Wash and chop 5 cups of mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, etc.). Cook 1 cup of chicken breast (or 1 block of firm tofu, cubed and pan-fried) until cooked through. Shred carrots (1/2 cup) and thinly slice red bell pepper (1/2 cup).
4. **Assemble the Salad:** Place the mixed greens in a large bowl or on individual plates. Add the cooked chicken (or tofu), shredded carrots, red bell pepper, and 1/4 cup chopped green onions.
5. **Dress and Garnish:** Drizzle half of the chilled orange ginger dressing over the salad. Garnish with 1/4 cup sliced almonds. Serve immediately, offering the remaining dressing on the side for guests to adjust to their preference.