Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad

Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked organic or pasture-raised chicken breast, diced
• 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup mixed greens (spinach or baby kale) for extra antioxidants
• ½ cup shredded carrots
• ¼ cup unsweetened dried cranberries (or no-sugar-added dried cranberries)
• 2 tbsp sliced almonds, lightly toasted
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp green onions, thinly sliced

Anti-Inflammatory Sesame Ginger Dressing

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice or rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp low-sodium tamari or coconut aminos
• 1 tsp raw honey
• 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• ½ tsp turmeric powder (optional)
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, mixed greens, carrots, chicken, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, sesame seeds, and green onions.
2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, sesame oil, lime juice (or rice vinegar), tamari, honey, grated ginger, garlic, turmeric, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
4. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
5. Garnish with a few extra almonds and sesame seeds, if desired, and serve immediately.

Anti-Inflammatory Benefits

• Chicken provides lean, high-quality protein to support muscle health.
• Spinach and romaine are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that help combat inflammation.
• Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant.
• Unsweetened dried cranberries offer antioxidants while reducing added sugar.
• Almonds and sesame seeds provide healthy fats, vitamin E, and minerals that support heart health.
• Extra virgin olive oil, ginger, garlic, and turmeric contain natural anti-inflammatory compounds that enhance both flavor and nutrition