Prep Time
18 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yields
4 servings
Use some leftover rotisserie chicken in this great Asian-style salad. A great lunch to take to school or work.
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ingredients
Salad
1
large carrot, peeled
3
cups Napa cabbage, shredded from 1 small cabbage
3
cups romaine lettuce, shredded from 1 small lettuce
1
small red bell pepper, seeded and deveined, thinly sliced
2
Tbsp fresh Thai basil leaves or fresh mint leaves, chopped** see Cook's Note
2
cups thinly-sliced, store-bought rotisserie chicken (about 2 small chicken breasts)
½
cup slivered almonds, toasted** see Cook's Note
1
Tbsp toasted white or black sesame seeds (can be found in most Asian markets)
½
cup chow mein noodles, for garnish
Dressing
¼
cup peanut or vegetable oil
2
Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2
Tbsp rice vinegar
½
tsp granulated sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, optional
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directions
Step 1
Using a vegetable peeler, shave the carrot and add to a large salad bowl. Stir in the cabbage, lettuce, pepper, Thai basil, chicken, almonds, and sesame seeds.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if using.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. Garnish with the chow mein noodles and serve.
Step 4
**Cook’s Note: To toast the slivered almonds, arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350ºF oven for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely before using.