For the Salad:

• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (breast or thigh meat)
• 2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 cup purple cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 cup carrots, shredded
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• ½ cup toasted almonds, sliced or slivered
• 1 cup crispy chow mein noodles (optional but so good)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

For the Asian Sesame Dressing:

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lime juice