Description
Brighten your table with this Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad, a vibrant and healthy dish featuring juicy grilled sesame chicken, crispy cabbage, and a tangy sesame ginger dressing. Packed with fresh veggies, toasted nuts, and a hint of spice, this salad is perfect as a main dish or side for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 batch 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 jalapeño, seeded and diced
For the Dressing:
- 1 batch Sesame Ginger Dressing
For Serving:
- 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup roasted cashew halves
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Extra cilantro and green onion (for garnish)
- A few jalapeño slices
- Optional: Crispy wonton strips
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Marinate and cook the chicken using your favorite grilled sesame chicken recipe. Set aside to rest while preparing the salad.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together the sesame ginger dressing and keep it ready for use.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine green and red cabbage, green onion, cilantro, carrots, bell pepper, and jalapeño.
- Pour the sesame ginger dressing over the vegetables and toss until well-coated.
- Marinate the Salad: Cover the salad and let it sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld while you finish grilling or baking the chicken.
- Plate and Garnish:
- Arrange the salad on a serving platter. Slice the grilled sesame chicken and lay it on top.
- Garnish with toasted almonds, cashew halves, sesame seeds, extra cilantro, green onion, and jalapeño slices. Add crispy wonton strips if desired for extra crunch.
- Serve: Enjoy as a hearty main dish or a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- To make this salad fully vegetarian or vegan, replace the chicken with crispy tofu or roasted chickpeas.
- For added crunch, include water chestnuts or sliced radishes.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days; keep the dressing separate for optimal freshness.
