Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad, a hearty dish that combines crispy vegetables with succulent grilled chicken, all drizzled with a zesty sesame ginger dressing. This refreshing salad is perfect for lunch or dinner, offering a delightful crunch and a burst of color on your plate. It’s easily customizable to suit your taste preferences, making it an ideal option for meal prep or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
- Grilled chicken (your choice of protein)
- 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
- Sesame ginger dressing
Instructions
- Marinate your choice of chicken using your favorite grilled sesame recipe.
- Prepare the sesame ginger dressing and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, diced green onion, cilantro, carrots, bell pepper, and jalapeno.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Cook the marinated chicken on a grill or stovetop grill pan until fully cooked.
- Serve the salad on a platter topped with toasted almonds, roasted cashews, extra cilantro, sesame seeds, jalapeno slices, and optional crispy wonton strips.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large bowl (350g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables such as snap peas or radishes for added crunch. Marinating the chicken longer enhances flavor; consider letting it sit for several hours if time permits. For a vegan version, substitute grilled chicken with tofu or chickpeas.