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Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad

Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad

Introducing the Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad—a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the satisfying crunch of fresh cabbages, carrots, and peppers with juicy grilled chicken and a zesty sesame ginger dressing. This salad is perfect for any occasion, from quick lunches to family dinners. Its versatility allows you to customize it with your favorite vegetables and proteins, ensuring it meets your taste preferences while being a healthy option for any meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

  • Grilled sesame chicken
  • Shredded green cabbage
  • Shredded red cabbage
  • Diced green onion
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Shredded carrots
  • Red bell pepper
  • Jalapeno pepper
  • Sesame ginger dressing
  • Toasted sliced almonds
  • Roasted cashews
  • Sesame seeds
  • Additional cilantro
  • Green onion
  • Jalapeno slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken according to your preferred recipe.
  2. Prepare the sesame ginger dressing and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, diced green onion, cilantro, carrots, red bell pepper, and jalapeno.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mix and toss until well combined.
  5. Grill or bake marinated chicken until cooked through.
  6. Serve the salad topped with toasted almonds, cashews, sesame seeds, extra cilantro, green onion, and jalapeno slices.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling/Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: Use fresh vegetables for optimal flavor and crunch. Customize proteins; tofu or shrimp work well as alternatives to chicken. Chill the salad for 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor melding.