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Asian Sesame Chicken Salad

Healthy Asian Sesame Chicken Salad for Vibrant Lunch Bliss

Revitalize your lunch with this Asian Sesame Chicken Salad, combining fresh vegetables and grilled chicken for a powerhouse of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup shelled edamame (steamed)
  • 2 breasts grilled chicken (sliced or shredded)
  • 4 stalks green onions (sliced)
For the Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds toasted
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 cup wonton strips optional
  • 1/4 cup cilantro optional
For the Sesame-Ginger Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice or sriracha optional

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large bowl, toss together shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, steamed edamame, and sliced green onions to create a vibrant base.
  2. Gently place the sliced or shredded grilled chicken on top of the mixed veggies.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic until well blended.
  4. Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to ensure all components are evenly coated.
  5. Sprinkle sesame seeds, sliced almonds, and optional wonton strips or cilantro over the salad before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For maximum freshness, store dressing separately until ready to serve. Top with lime juice for extra zest if desired.

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