"This Asian Pasta Salad is loaded with pasta, fresh baby spinach, crisp red peppers, toasted sliced almonds, mandarin oranges, and fresh herbs...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 package (16 ounces) rotini pasta
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4.5 cups (5 ounces 147g) fresh baby spinach, (coarsely chopped)
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1 and 1/2 cups (202g) shredded rotisserie chicken
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1/2 cup (65g) red bell pepper, (chopped)
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1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges
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1/2 cup (45g) shredded carrots
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1/3 cup (15g) fresh green onions, (chopped)
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1/3 cup (9g) fresh cilantro, (chopped)
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Optional: 1/3 cup sliced almonds (32g) (toasted if desired)
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1/2 cup (97g) vegetable oil
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1/3 cup (88g) soy sauce
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1/3 cup (73g) rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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3 tablespoons white sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds