SESAME CHICKEN PASTA SALAD WITH GINGER DRESSING

INGREDIENTS:

• 6-ounces farfalle pasta
• 12-14 ounces (~1 3/4 cup) cooked diced chicken*
• 4 cups romaine salad mix
• 1 (15-ounce) can mandarin oranges
• 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
• 1 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup chopped scallions
• wonton strips or chow mein noodles*

• 1-2 small cloves garlic
• 1 1/2 tablespoon ginger paste
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 2-3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup clear flavorless oil

DIRECTIONS:

1. PASTA: Boil the pasta according to package directions.
2. SALAD: Add the romaine mix, cooked pasta, chicken, mandarin oranges, sliced almonds, chopped cilantro, and scallions to a large bowl. Dress the salad with the desired amount of dressing.
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