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Mandarin Chicken Salad Recipe

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4.2 from 14 reviews

A light and refreshing Mandarin Chicken Salad combining crisp lettuce, tender shredded chicken, sweet mandarin oranges, and strawberries, tossed with toasted sesame dressing, and topped with crunchy almonds and creamy feta cheese. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal or side dish.

  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Salad Base

  • 6 to 8 cups chopped lettuce
  • ¾ cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
  • ⅔ cup sliced strawberries
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Dressing and Toppings

  • ½ to ⅔ cup toasted sesame dressing
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the chopped lettuce, cooked shredded chicken, drained mandarin oranges, sliced strawberries, and sliced green onions, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  2. Add Dressing: Drizzle the toasted sesame dressing over the combined salad ingredients, then gently toss the salad to coat everything lightly and evenly without bruising the fruit or lettuce.
  3. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and sliced almonds over the top of the salad to add texture and flavor, then serve immediately for the freshest taste and crunch.

Notes

  • For best flavor, chill all salad ingredients before assembling.
  • Adjust the amount of toasted sesame dressing to taste, adding more or less depending on your preference.
  • To make this salad vegetarian, omit the chicken and add extra nuts or tofu.
  • This salad is best served fresh; the dressing can cause the lettuce to wilt if left to sit for too long.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat