This Asian Chicken Salad is a flavorful, healthy and satisfying salad that is easy to put together. The cilantro lime dressing is the perfect complement to the grilled chicken and the fresh vegetables. This salad is a great way to enjoy a healthy and refreshing meal.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1/2 bag very veggie salad mix (with carrots, pea pods, and radishes)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup dried edamame beans
- 1 chicken breast
- 1/4 red onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1/2 lime, juice and zest
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- Dash of salt and pepper
Instructions:
1. Mix up the dressing in a blender by combining the Olive Oil, Rice Wine Vinegar, Lime, Cilantro, Garlic, Oregano, Salt, and Pepper.
2. Let the dressing sit in the fridge for 1/2 hour so all of the flavors can combine.
3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan and cook the chicken over medium heat for 6 minutes per side, until done.
4. Let the chicken rest while you put the rest of the salad together.
5. Layer the lettuce, cilantro, edamame beans, red onion, sesame seeds, and sliced avocado on a plate.
6. Add the dressing and top with 1/2 of the chicken, sliced.
7. Enjoy!