Ingredients

  • For Salad
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breasts, chopped (about 1 pound)
  • 2 cups red bell peppers, strips
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 (7 ounce) package Italian salad mix
  • For Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)

Method

  • Prepare salad by combine salad ingredients in a bowl.
  • To prepare dressing, combine lemon juice and remaining dressing ingredients, stirring with a whisk.
  • Drizzle the dressing over salad and toss well.