Ingredients:
12 cups coleslaw mix (2 small bags)
4 cups rotisserie chicken, finely chopped
1 ½ cups toasted sliced almonds (or cashews)
1 ½ cups dried cranberries
¾ cup red onion, finely diced
1 cup sesame sticks (optional)
1 ½ cups chopped cilantro
1-2 small cans mandarin oranges, drained
¼ cup black sesame seeds (or regular sesame seeds)
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup balsamic vinegar
4 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
3-4 cloves garlic, chopped
4 Tbsp honey (or brown sugar)
4 Tbsp minced ginger
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
Directions:
Prepare Salad:
Layer coleslaw mix, chicken, almonds, cranberries, red onion, sesame seeds, sesame sticks (optional), and cilantro in a large bowl.
Add mandarin oranges if desired.
Make Dressing:
Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, honey, ginger, and sesame oil in a blender.
Add 3 tablespoons of water and blend until smooth.
Combine:
Lightly pour dressing over the salad mixture to desired moistness.
Gently toss and serve.