Description
Sesame chicken cabbage crunch salad delivers a delightful blend of crisp textures and Asian-inspired flavors. Fresh ingredients combine with zesty dressing, creating a satisfying meal that promises both nutrition and culinary excitement for hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
- ½ head green cabbage, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup roasted cashew halves
- ⅓ cup toasted sliced almonds
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tbsps sesame seeds
- Crispy wonton strips (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate: Submerge chicken in sesame marinade, allowing flavors to deeply penetrate and tenderize the meat for maximum taste infusion.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk sesame ginger dressing until silky smooth, creating a harmonious blend of tangy and sweet undertones.
- Vegetable Prep: Julienne green and red cabbage, green onions, cilantro, carrots, bell peppers, and jalapenos into uniform, delicate cuts that promise textural intrigue and visual appeal.
- Cook Chicken: Grill or bake marinated chicken until golden brown and thoroughly cooked, ensuring a succulent and flavorful protein centerpiece.
- Assemble Salad: Layer dressed vegetables as a vibrant base, strategically arranging sliced chicken strips atop the colorful medley with artistic precision.
- Garnish and Finish: Sprinkle toasted almonds, cashews, sesame seeds, cilantro, and optional crispy wonton strips to introduce explosive crunch and elevate the salad’s sensory experience.
- Serve: Present immediately, allowing the dynamic interplay of fresh ingredients and zesty dressing to create a memorable culinary moment.
Notes
- Marinate Wisely: Let chicken soak in sesame marinade for at least 30 minutes to maximize flavor absorption and tenderize meat.
- Dressing Consistency: Whisk sesame ginger dressing thoroughly to prevent separation and ensure smooth, even coating of vegetables.
- Chop with Precision: Cut vegetables uniformly to guarantee balanced texture and ensure each bite delivers consistent flavor and crunch.
- Crunch Factor: Toast nuts just before serving to maintain maximum crispness and prevent sogginess in the final salad presentation.
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg