Asian Turkey Or Chicken Salad With Mandarin Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

Craving a vibrant and flavorful salad? This easy Asian-inspired recipe is ready in minutes! Juicy turkey or chicken is tossed with crisp veggies and crunchy ramen noodles, all coated in a sweet and tangy Mandarin balsamic vinaigrette. The homemade dressing is incredibly simple, requiring only basic pantry staples. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a light and refreshing lunch!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 303.9 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asian Turkey Or Chicken Salad With Mandarin Balsamic Vinaigrette

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How to Make Asian Turkey Or Chicken Salad With Mandarin Balsamic Vinaigrette

  1. Cook chicken or turkey (if using raw) until fully cooked. Shred or slice into bite-sized pieces. Let cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed greens, 1 cup shredded cooked chicken or turkey, ½ cup mandarin orange segments, ¼ cup chopped red onion, ¼ cup chopped cilantro, and 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons mandarin orange juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, ½ teaspoon honey, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Add 1 cup crushed ramen noodles and toss again. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

11g

Carbs

14g

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