Chicken Cashew Salad Recipe
crispy wontons, ginger-cashew vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Ginger-Cashew Vinaigrette Ingredients
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash and chop the salad greens, and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Add the Remaining Ingredients
Add the shredded chicken, diced red bell pepper, grated carrot, and sliced cucumber to the salad greens.
- 3
Prepare the Wontons
In a skillet over medium heat, add a small amount of oil. Cut wonton wrappers into strips, then fry until golden and crispy. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Vinaigrette Preparation
- 4
Mix the Vinaigrette Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together cashew butter, grated ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, and water until smooth.
- 5
Season the Vinaigrette
Taste the vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper to your preference.
Assembly
- 6
Combine the Salad
Pour the ginger-cashew vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until everything is coated.
- 7
Add Crispy Wontons
Top the salad with the crispy wonton strips just before serving to maintain their crunch.