Brian Ochieng

Tossed Green Salad W. Chicken and Raspberry Chipotle Vinaigrette

Ingredients:

For Salad

• 1 (10 ounce) bag mixed salad greens (8 cups)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes or 1 cup grape tomatoes
• 1/2 medium bell pepper, cut in thin strips
• 1/2 cup red onion, slices separated into rings
• 1/2 cup sliced carrot
• 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
• 8 ounces cooked boneless chicken breasts, cut in thin strips
• black pepper, 5 to 8 twists peppercorn grinder

For Raspberry Chipotle Vinaigrette (use 1/4 cup)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup small diced onion
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons chipotle chiles in adobo, chopped
• 2 pints fresh raspberries, rinsed
• 1/2 cup raspberry vinegar
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. 1
   Mix salad greens and vegetables in large bowl.
2. 2
   Just before serving, drizzle with Raspberry Chipotle Vinaigrette; toss to coat.
3. 3
   Arrange chicken strips on top of salad. Twist black peppercorn grinder over salad.
4. 4
   To prepare Raspberry Chipotle Vinaigrette, In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat.
5. 5
   Add the onions and cook, stirring, until soft and slightly caramelized, 4 minutes.
6. 6
   Add the garlic to the pan and saute for 1 minute.
7. 7
   Add the chipotles and cook, stirring continuously, for 1 minute.
8. 8
   Add the raspberries and cook until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the vinegar and stir to deglaze the pan. Add the sugar and salt, and bring to a boil.
9. 9
   Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until thickened and reduced by half, 8 to 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove from the heat and cool before using as a salad dressing.
11. 11
    Tips for other uses:.
12. 12
    For a clear glaze, strain through a fine mesh strainer, pressing on the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
13. 13
    Serving Suggestions:.
14. 14
    Use as a barbecue sauce, glaze, or basting sauce for poultry, shrimp, and meats. Pour over a block of cream cheese and serve as a dip with club crackers. Use as a sauce for meatballs or cocktail sausages for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Great in wraps.
    enjoy.