{"id":405,"date":"2026-03-29T18:33:55","date_gmt":"2026-03-29T18:33:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=405"},"modified":"2026-03-29T18:33:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T18:33:55","slug":"easy-asian-chicken-cranberry-salad-healthy-high-protein-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=405","title":{"rendered":"Easy Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad (Healthy High Protein Salad)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"526\" height=\"789\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6445.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6445.jpeg 526w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6445-200x300.jpeg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 526px) 100vw, 526px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This Easy Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is a fresh and flavorful dish made with tender chicken, crunchy coleslaw mix, sweet dried cranberries, and a light sesame dressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perfect for healthy lunches, light dinners, meal prep, and high-protein salads, this recipe combines sweet and savory flavors with a satisfying crunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Quick to prepare and full of nutrients, it\u2019s ideal for busy days when you want something healthy and delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Salad<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 bag coleslaw mix (about 6\u20138 cups)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cups cooked chicken, chopped (rotisserie chicken works well)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup sliced almonds or cashews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup dried cranberries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc cup red onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup mandarin oranges, drained (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons sesame seeds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup fresh cilantro, chopped<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dressing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u00bc cup olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons soy sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tablespoon honey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon sesame oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Prepare the salad<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, chopped chicken, almonds, dried cranberries, red onion, cilantro, sesame seeds, and mandarin oranges if using.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Make the dressing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Combine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve immediately or refrigerate for 20\u201330 minutes for enhanced flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nutrition &amp; Details (approx.)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prep Time: 15 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Total Time: 15 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Servings: 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>High protein<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Light meal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meal prep friendly<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Easy Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is a fresh and flavorful dish made with tender chicken, crunchy coleslaw mix, sweet dried cranberries, and a light sesame dressing. Perfect for healthy lunches, light dinners, meal prep, and high-protein salads, this recipe combines sweet and savory flavors with a satisfying crunch. 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