Chinese Chicken Salad
One more errand on todays list and that is to fetch a fresh loaf of bread from a small local shop. Mmmm ciabatta. I normally don’t mind running errands. I actually find them quite enjoyable; taking in the sun, cool weather, and the sights and sounds of the borough. However, today, I am struggling somewhat because the “new” muscles I discovered in my legs are making themselves known and they aren’t happy. Compliments from a good gym work out, hehe.
Now that my errands are done I was thinking of dinner ideas and decided to make and finally post a salad that Matthew and I have been enjoying quite regularly. Enter the Chinese chicken salad. I found this salad recipe from simplyrecipes.com.
This is a delicious salad packed with bright flavors and great texture. It starts out with a hint of sweetness and finishes with a subtle heat. It is perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients: (serves 4)
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of grape seed oil
- 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- 2 hearts of romaine lettuce, thinly sliced
- 1/2 of a red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 4 scallions, sliced
- 1/4 cup of cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup of unsalted peanuts, chopped
- salt
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon of ginger, minced
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons of honey
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1/4 cup of grape seed oil
Crisp vegetables, fresh cilantro, and a nice crunch from the peanuts all coated with an irresistible dressing giving off a subtle heat from the red pepper flakes and fresh ginger make this a salad you will love to serve over and over again.