Description
A flavorful and crunchy Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad that combines marinated grilled chicken with a colorful mix of shredded green and red cabbage, diced green onion, freshly diced cilantro, shredded carrots, julienned red bell pepper, and diced jalapeno, all tossed in a delicious Sesame Ginger Dressing. Topped with toasted almonds, cashews, sesame seeds, and additional fresh herbs, this salad is a satisfying meal or side dish that offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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For the chicken:
- Grilled Sesame Chicken
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
For serving:
- 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup roasted cashews halves
- Sesame seeds
- Extra cilantro
- Extra green onion
- A few jalapeno slices
- Optional: Crispy wonton strips
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Use the grilled sesame chicken recipe to marinate the chicken.
- Make the dressing: Prepare the sesame ginger dressing and set aside.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the green and red cabbage, green onion, cilantro, carrots, bell pepper, and jalapeno. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat the veggies. Set aside while baking or grilling the chicken.
- Serve the salad: Place the salad on a platter. Top with toasted almonds, cashews, sesame seeds, cilantro, jalapeno slices, and green onion. Optionally, add crispy wonton strips. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian/vegan option: This salad is delicious without chicken; tofu or chickpeas make great substitutes.
- Check the full post for additional customization ideas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 25mg