Description
Chinese Chicken Salad with Dates is a crisp cabbage salad with shredded chicken, sweet Medjool dates, toasted almonds, and a savory sesame-ginger dressing.
Ingredients
3 cups thinly sliced green cabbage
2 cups thinly sliced red cabbage
1 cup julienned carrots
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1/2 cup sliced Medjool dates
1/4 cup sliced toasted almonds
2 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional
Dressing:
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
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Whisk dressing ingredients together until smooth.
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Combine cabbage, carrots, chicken, dates, almonds, and green onions in a large bowl.
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Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat.
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Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
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Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Slice cabbage thinly for best texture. Add dressing gradually to avoid overdressing.