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Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad Recipe​

Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad Recipe

This Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad Recipe combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, sweet dried cranberries, and a zesty Asian-inspired dressing for a healthy and flavorful meal. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or entertaining, it’s fresh, colorful, and easy to prepare. Author Use Default (Don’t show) Servings 4 people Estimated Cost $5 Times Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Resting Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Categories Courses: Salad, Main Course Cuisines: Asian, Healthy, Quick Meals Keywords: Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad, Healthy Chicken Salad, Cranberry Chicken Salad
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
  • 4 cups mixed greens lettuce, spinach, or arugula
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup toasted almonds or cashews optional
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl For combining ingredients
  • Knife & cutting board – for chopping vegetables and chicken
  • Tongs – for tossing the salad
  • Small bowl – for preparing dressing

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, mixed greens, cucumbers, carrots, bell peppers, cranberries, and green onions.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  4. Sprinkle toasted nuts on top if using, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  7. Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
  8. Calories: 310 kcal
  9. Protein: 28g
  10. Fat: 12g
  11. Carbohydrates: 22g
  12. Fiber: 4g
  13. Sugar: 12g

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
Adjust the dressing to taste by adding more honey for sweetness or extra vinegar for tanginess.
For added texture, top with crispy wonton strips or sesame seeds.