Description
A cozy bowl that combines sweet, savory flavors with a satisfying crunch for a quick, healthy meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Chicken, Cooked (Use rotisserie or leftover roasted chicken.)
- 1 cup Carrots (Shredded, use pre-shredded for quicker prep.)
- 1/2 cup Cranberries, Dried (Can substitute with diced apple or dried cherries.)
- 1 clove Garlic (Minced.)
- 1 tbsp Ginger, Fresh (Grated for even flavor.)
- 2 tbsp Green onions (Chopped.)
- 4 cups Greens, Mixed (For serving.)
- 1 cup Red cabbage (Shredded.)
- 1 tbsp Honey (Can substitute with maple syrup for vegan option.)
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce (Use low-sodium if preferred.)
- 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1/4 cup Almonds (Can swap for cashews or toasted sesame seeds.)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, carrots, dried cranberries, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green onions.
- In another bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to combine.
- Serve the chicken mixture over a bed of mixed greens and red cabbage.
- Top with sliced almonds and enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
- Plate a generous bed of mixed greens and shredded red cabbage.
- Spoon the dressed chicken on top.
- Add the almonds last so they stay crunchy.
Notes
If desired, let the mixture sit in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes before serving to marry the flavors. Store leftovers separately to maintain textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Salad
- Cuisine: Asian, Healthy