Whole30 Chinese Chicken Salad with Dates Recipe
This Whole30 Chinese Chicken Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed meal that proves eating clean doesn’t mean sacrificing taste. I’ve tested this recipe countless times to balance the savory coconut aminos dressing with the crunch of fresh veggies and the natural sweetness of Medjool dates. The result is a crave-worthy salad that comes together in under 20 minutes, making it perfect for a quick, satisfying lunch or dinner.
PrintWhole30 Chinese Chicken Salad with Dates (Paleo, Gluten Free)
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cubed cooked chicken (about 2lb raw)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 2 Natural Delights® pitted medjool dates (chopped)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- Optional sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 Natural Delights® pitted medjool dates
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove (peeled)
- 1/2 inch ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients for the sesame dressing in a blender, and let the dates soak and soften while you chop and put together the salad.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients for the salad, except sesame seeds.
- Once the dates have softened a bit, blend all the dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss together to coat.
- If using, sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
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