Description
This Sesame Chicken Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish filled with tender grilled sesame chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a flavorful sesame ginger dressing. Packed with protein and texture, it’s perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner, and it’s easily customizable to suit your tastes.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
- 1 lb grilled sesame chicken (see linked recipe for details)
- ¼ cup toasted sliced almonds
- ¼ cup roasted cashews (optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Crispy wonton strips (optional)
For the Sesame Ginger Dressing:
- ¼ cup soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Instructions
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Prepare the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Set aside. -
Grill the Chicken:
Follow the grilled sesame chicken recipe (linked in the ingredients section) or use pre-cooked chicken. -
Assemble the Salad:
In a large bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, green cabbage, green onions, cilantro, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, and jalapeño. -
Dress the Salad:
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss well to combine. -
Top and Serve:
Place the grilled chicken on top of the salad, followed by toasted almonds, cashews, sesame seeds, and crispy wonton strips (if using). Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make It Vegan: Replace chicken with tofu, chickpeas, or edamame for a plant-based version.
- Add Fruit: Mango, mandarin oranges, or pineapple add a sweet contrast to the savory flavors.
- Use Different Protein: Try grilled shrimp, salmon, or roasted turkey for a protein variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (for grilled chicken)
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling, Tossing
- Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
