Crunchy Asian Sesame Chicken Salad
If you’re looking for a salad that’s not only packed with flavor but also full of textures and colors, this Crunchy Asian Sesame Chicken Salad is the perfect choice. This vibrant dish brings together juicy grilled sesame chicken with a medley of crunchy veggies, tossed in a zesty sesame ginger dressing. It’s light yet satisfying, making it perfect for a healthy lunch or a light dinner. With a garnish of toasted nuts and crispy wonton strips, this salad will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Equipment
Ingredients
For the Grilled Sesame Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil toasted sesame oil preferred
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
For the Salad:
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced green onions
- 3/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro
- 1 cup shredded carrots pre-packaged or freshly cut into matchsticks
- 1 red bell pepper thinly julienned
- 1 jalapeño seeded and diced
For the Dressing:
- Prepare a batch of Sesame Ginger Dressing
For Serving:
- 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup toasted cashew halves
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Additional cilantro for garnish
- Additional diced green onions for garnish
- A few jalapeño slices for garnish
Optional: Crispy wonton strips, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
- Marinate and cook the grilled sesame chicken according to the recipe. Set aside to cool slightly before slicing to add to the salad.
Make the Dressing:
- Prepare your sesame ginger dressing according to its recipe. Adjust seasoning as needed and set aside.
Assemble the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, green onions, cilantro, carrots, bell pepper, and jalapeño.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the vegetables and toss well to ensure all components are evenly coated. Let the salad sit covered for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the Salad:
- Transfer the salad to a large platter. Top with slices of the grilled sesame chicken.
- Garnish with toasted almonds, cashew halves, extra cilantro, sesame seeds, additional jalapeño slices, and green onions. If desired, add crispy wonton strips for extra crunch.
Serve immediately.
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