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Ingredients
2 small bags of coleslaw mix (about 8cups)
4 cups rotisserie chicken, finely chopped
1 ½ cups toasted sliced almonds or cashews
1 ½ cups dried cranberries
¾ cup red onion, finely diced
1 cup sesame sticks (optional)
1 ½ cups chopped cilantro
1-2 small cans mandarin oranges, drained (optional)
¼ cup sesame seeds (black or regular)
For the Dressing:
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup balsamic vinegar (regular or white)
4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
3-4 cloves garlic, chopped
4 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
4 tablespoons minced ginger
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
Instructions
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, layer the coleslaw mix, chopped chicken, toasted almonds or cashews, dried cranberries, diced red onion, sesame sticks (if using), chopped cilantro, and mandarin oranges. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top.
Make the Dressing
In a blender, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, chopped garlic, honey, minced ginger, and toasted sesame oil. Add 3 tablespoons of water and blend until smooth and well emulsified.
Dress the Salad
Lightly drizzle the dressing over the salad according to your preference (you may have leftover dressing). Toss the salad gently until everything is well coated.
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful, crunchy, and refreshing salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal
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