Asian Chicken Crunch Salad Fresh and Flavorful Delight

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, napa cabbage, and spinach)
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cucumber, julienned
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup chopped cilantro
• 0.25 cup green onions, sliced
• 0.5 cup chow mein noodles or crispy wonton strips
• 0.25 cup sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• to taste salt and pepper

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mixed greens, shredded carrots, sliced red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
4. Add the chopped cilantro and green onions, continuing to toss lightly. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
5. Just before serving, sprinkle the chow mein noodles or crispy wonton strips over the salad for added crunch and then top with sesame seeds.
6. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp freshness of the ingredients.