We had so much lettuce leftover since our plans changed last weekend, that I made a huge salad last night for dinner. A friend makes it a lot and hers is very tasty, but the dressing I found on epicurious is my favorite so far!
Asian Chicken Salad
For the salad:
4 Romain lettuce hearts, washed and cut (or 8 cups of torn Romain leaves)
1/4 bunch of cilantro, chopped
1/2 bunch of green onions, chopped (not the white parts)
12 oz. can of chicken breasts in water, drained and flaked (or use whatever shredded chicken you have)
12 oz. can of mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
20 square wonton wrappers
canola oil, for frying wontons
For the dressing:
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 tsp pepper
The recipe calls for fried wontons which taste pretty good, but I didn't have them and it didn't affect the recipe. I also didn't "toast" the sesame seeds or almonds and it was still great! You are supposed to cut the wonton wrappers in strips and fry 5-6 at a time in hot oil for 30 seconds, turning over once with a slotted spoon. Let sit on paper towels while you get the other ingredients ready.
Place all salad ingredients in large bowl. Whisk dressing ingredients in small bowl. Pour over salad and toss thoroughly. Serve immediately.
Enjoy!
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