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Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad

Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad

Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines tender grilled chicken, crisp cabbage, and colorful veggies all tossed in a delicious sesame ginger dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is not only packed with nutrients but also offers a satisfying crunch that makes every bite enjoyable. Whether you serve it as a hearty main course or a delightful side at gatherings, its customizable nature allows you to add your favorite ingredients. With simple preparation steps and fresh flavors, this salad will surely become a go-to recipe in your culinary repertoire.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 as a main dish or 6 as a side dish

Ingredients

  • Grilled sesame chicken
  • Shredded green cabbage
  • Shredded red cabbage
  • Diced green onion
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Shredded carrots
  • Julienned red bell pepper
  • Diced jalapeno
  • Sesame ginger dressing
  • Toasted sliced almonds (for garnish)
  • Roasted cashew halves (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken with your favorite grilled sesame chicken recipe for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the sesame ginger dressing according to your preferred recipe or use store-bought.
  3. In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, green onion, cilantro, carrots, bell pepper, and jalapeno.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until well-coated. Let it sit while grilling or baking the chicken.
  5. Serve the salad on a platter and garnish with toasted almonds, cashews, sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and jalapeno slices.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling/Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding other vegetables like cucumbers or avocados. For a vegan version, substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas. Prepare most components ahead of time but keep the dressing separate until serving for maximum freshness.