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Mandarin Chicken Salad

A fresh and healthy Mandarin Chicken Salad with a zesty orange vinaigrette, perfect for Whole30 diets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salad
  • 4 cups cooked chicken, sliced or shredded Use rotisserie, grilled, or leftover roast.
  • 6 cups mixed greens Romaine, baby spinach, or any preferred lettuce.
  • 1 can mandarin oranges Use unsweetened for Whole30 or fresh mandarins if in season.
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds Optional replacement with sunflower seeds.
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onions Can be adjusted to taste.
  • 1 cup sliced cucumbers Optional, for extra crunch.
  • 1 cup shredded carrots Optional addition for color and texture.
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery Optional, for additional crunch.
For the dressing
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger Optional for a kick.
  • 1 drop sesame oil Optional for additional flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by preparing the cooked chicken: shred or slice it.
  2. On a serving plate, pile up the mixed greens.
  3. Add the mandarin oranges on top.
  4. Toss in the sliced almonds, red onions, cucumbers, carrots, and celery.
  5. For the dressing, whisk together orange juice, olive oil, rice vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Notes

Chill your greens for crispness. Avoid dressing leftovers to prevent sogginess. Use seasonal fresh oranges for best flavor.