Ingredients:
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic (optional)
1 1/2 cups cooked wild rice
2 cups chopped cooked chicken ( or use turkey)
1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts ( or to taste)
1 small onions, chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups fresh snow peas ( lightly steamed, or use frozen thawed)
salt and black pepper
1 cup crispy chow mein noodles ( optional or to taste)
green onions, chopped
Directions:
For the dressing; whisk all ingredients together until the sugar is completey dissolved; let stand at room temperature for 45 minutes to blend flavors (or chill overnight) before using.
For the salad; Place the cooked wild rice, cooked chicken or turkey, water chestnuts, chopped onion, celery and snow peas in a large glass salad bowl; toss to combine.
Pour the dressing over; toss to combine well and chill for about 2 hours.
Just before serving, toss again and season with salt and black pepper.
Sprinkle with crispy noodles and green onions.
Delicious!
Servings: 4
Time preparation: 180 min.
Time total: 180 min.