Chinese Chicken Salad

This salad was originally made by my Aunt Celia when she was working at a restaurant in San Francisco.   It has a ton of toppings and loaded with protein so it really can be a whole meal.   This makes about 4 adult portions.  I have made this to last for a weeks worth of lunches, to do this keep the dressing until you are ready to serve. 

Toasting Almonds and Sesame Seeds: just put them into a small saucepan in a single layer on medium heat.  Stir occasionally.  Almonds are done when they are fragrant and light golden.  Sesame Seeds are  done when fragrant.     

Chinese Chicken Salad

Ingredients:

1 head of Romaine Lettuce , torn into pieces 

3 stalks of Celery, chopped 

4 stacks of Green Onion, chopped

¼ cup Cilantro, chopped

¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted

1 chicken breast, poached 

Dressing:

½ cup Olive Oil

¼ cup Rice Wine Vinegar

1-2 teaspoons sugar

2 tablespoons Soy Sauce

2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds, Toasted  

1. Make the dressing by mixing everything together.  

2. Place all of the salad ingredients in a large bowl.  Top with dressing when ready to serve.