2cupsloosely packed fresh cilantro (leaves and soft stems)
½cupfresh lime juice (2-3 limes)
2teaspoonssugar
¼cupvegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste
Salad
1store-bought rotisserie chicken or about 4 cups of shredded chicken
¼medium red cabbage, shredded (or buy the pre-shredded stuff to save time!)
1red bell pepper cut into thin strips
2green onions, thinly sliced (white and green)
1medium carrot, shredded or julienned
1large head of red romaine lettuce torn into pieces
½cuplightly salted peanuts
Instructions
In a blender or using hand blender, blend cilantro, lime juice, sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Taste and season with salt and pepper and more sugar if needed.
In a large bowl, or on individual plates/bowls, layer the lettuce, cabbage, chicken, and vegetables.
Top with peanuts and serve with dressing.
Notes
You may also toss the romaine with half of the dressing before serving, and then layer vegetables/chicken on and serve with remaining dressing.