Asian-Inspired Chicken Chopped Salad from Paul Martin's American Bistro
** Refreshing Asian-Inspired Chicken Salad from Paul Martin's American Bistro **
Ready to swoon over this delectable, light salad? Here's the lowdown on a tantalizing Asian-inspired Chicken Salad from Paul Martin's American Bistro!
- Serves 2 generously
- Easy Peasy Difficulty Level
- Time Investment: 15 minutes (15 minutes active)
Gather Your Goodies (18)
Let's start by assembling the divine ingredients for our salad:
For the Salad:- 2 oz. torn romaine lettuce- 1 oz. shredded butter lettuce- 5 oz. poached, shredded or diced chicken- 2 oz. julienned red bell pepper- 2 oz. julienned Fuji apple- 1 oz. crunchy noodles- 1 tsp. toasted sesame seeds- 2 oz. diced tomatoes- 1 Tbsp. cilantro leaves- A pinch of sea salt- 2 1⁄2 oz. sesame-ginger vinaigrette (recipe below)
For the Vinaigrette:- Makes approximately 2 cups- 1⁄2 cup soy sauce- 3⁄4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar- 1⁄4 cup lemon juice- 1⁄2 tsp. black pepper- 1⁄4 cup sesame oil- 1 cup canola salad oil
Instructions
Now, let's roll up our sleeves and make some magic happen!
For the Salad:1. In a bowl, mix the poached chicken with 1 oz. of the vinaigrette.2. Add the rest of the salad ingredients (excluding half the crunchy noodles and sesame seeds for the garnish) to the bowl and give it a gentle toss.3. Pile up the salad high in a chilled salad bowl and top with the remaining noodles and sesame seeds.
For the Vinaigrette:1. In a separate bowl, whisk together all ingredients except for the oils.2. While still whisking, drizzle in the oils.
Sesame-Ginger Vinaigrette Facts
Though we couldn't find specific details on the vinaigrette used in this recipe, nuts to that! A classic sesame-ginger vinaigrette usually sports sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and sesame seeds. If you're craving a touch of that legendarily mouthwatering vinaigrette, here's a recipe you'll love:
Sesame-Ginger Vinaigrette Recipe
Ingredients:- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar- 2 tablespoons soy sauce- 2 tablespoons sesame oil- 1 teaspoon grated ginger- 1 tablespoon honey- Salt and pepper to taste- 2 cloves garlic (optional), minced- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions:1. Grate the ginger2. Mix the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, honey, garlic (if using).3. Give it a taste: Check for balance and add more honey if you prefer it sweeter or more soy sauce if you prefer it savory. Season with salt and pepper.4. Garnish and serve: Use immediately, or store for later. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
This vinaigrette works like a charm with salads starring grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, and Asian flavor bombs like pickled ginger and sesame seeds. Enjoy! 😋😉🍽️
- Delight in the Asian-inspired Poached Chicken Salad, enriched with Fuji apple, red bell pepper, and a tangy sesame-ginger vinaigrette.
- The nutrition facts for this recipe, not specifically provided, typically include ingredients like soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and sesame seeds.
- To complete the dish, drizzle the sesame-ginger vinaigrette over the salad, toss gently, and garnish with crunchy noodles and sesame seeds.
