Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad Recipe
A vibrant and crunchy Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad that combines grilled sesame chicken with a colorful mix of shredded cabbages, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful sesame ginger dressing. Topped with toasted nuts, sesame seeds, and optional crispy wonton strips, this salad offers a delightful texture and taste perfect for a hearty main dish or a satisfying side.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings as a main dish, 6 servings as a side dish 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- Grilled Sesame Chicken (prepared separately)
For the Salad
- 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
For the Dressing
- 1 batch Sesame Ginger Dressing (prepared separately)
For Serving
- 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup roasted cashew halves
- Sesame seeds, to taste
- Extra cilantro, for garnish
- Extra green onion, for garnish
- A few jalapeno slices
- Optional: Crispy wonton strips
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Prepare the grilled sesame chicken according to your preferred recipe or marinade instructions, ensuring the chicken is well-seasoned for maximum flavor.
- Prepare the Dressing: Make the sesame ginger dressing and set it aside for later use in the salad.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, diced green onion, cilantro, shredded carrots, julienned red bell pepper, and diced jalapeno.
- Toss with Dressing: Pour the prepared sesame ginger dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
- Cook the Chicken: While the salad is covered and resting, grill or bake the marinated chicken according to the recipe’s instructions until fully cooked.
- Assemble and Garnish: Arrange the salad on a large serving platter. Slice the grilled chicken and place it on top or alongside the salad. Garnish with toasted sliced almonds, roasted cashew halves, extra cilantro, green onion, sesame seeds, jalapeno slices, and optionally, crispy wonton strips for added crunch.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the salad as a hearty main dish suitable for four servings or as a side dish for six. Enjoy the fresh, crunchy, and flavorful combination.
Notes
- You can substitute nuts with other favorites like peanuts or walnuts according to preference or allergies.
- Crispy wonton strips add extra texture but can be omitted for a gluten-free option.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeno to control the spiciness of the salad.
- For a vegetarian version, replace the grilled chicken with grilled tofu or tempeh and ensure the dressing is vegetarian-friendly.
- Prepare the sesame ginger dressing and grilled chicken in advance to save time when assembling the salad.
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