Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This fresh salad combines crunchy vegetables and juicy grilled chicken, all tossed in a zesty sesame ginger dressing that elevates every bite. Ideal for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or as a colorful potluck addition, this salad is highly customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its mix of textures and nutritious ingredients, it’s not just a meal; it’s a celebration on your plate!
Ingredients
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- Grilled chicken (your choice: chicken, turkey, or beef)
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced green onion
- 3/4 cup freshly diced cilantro
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly julienned
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
- 1 batch Sesame Ginger Dressing
- 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup roasted cashew halves
- Sesame seeds
- Extra cilantro
- Extra green onion
- A few jalapeno slices
- Optional: Crispy wonton strips
Instructions
- Marinate your chicken using your favorite recipe for grilled sesame chicken.
- Prepare the sesame ginger dressing and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, green onion, cilantro, carrots, bell pepper, and jalapeno.
- Toss the salad with the dressing until well-coated.
- Serve on a platter or in individual bowls, garnished with almonds, cashews, extra cilantro, sesame seeds, and jalapeno slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Marinating, Tossing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg