Easy Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad Recipe
A fresh and flavorful sesame chicken cabbage crunch salad packed with bright, crunchy vegetables, juicy grilled sesame chicken, and a vibrant sesame ginger dressing. Perfect for a healthy, satisfying lunch or dinner, this versatile salad can be customized with your favorite veggies and proteins for added variety and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American, Asian
- Diet: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Paleo Friendly
Ingredients
Grilled Sesame Chicken
- Grilled Sesame Chicken (prepared according to recipe)
Salad
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- ½ cup diced green onion
- ¾ cup freshly diced cilantro
- 1 cup shredded carrots (bagged or cut into matchsticks)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly julienned
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
Dressing
- 1 batch Sesame Ginger Dressing
For Serving
- ⅓ cup toasted sliced almonds
- ⅓ 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 by marinating it according to the grilled sesame chicken recipe, allowing the flavors to fully infuse the meat before cooking.
- Make the dressing: Prepare the sesame ginger dressing and set it aside to let the flavors meld while you get the rest of the salad ready.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, diced green onion, freshly diced cilantro, shredded carrots, julienned red bell pepper, and diced jalapeno. Pour the prepared sesame ginger dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly. Cover and set aside while cooking the chicken.
- Cook the chicken: Bake or grill the marinated sesame chicken according to the recipe instructions until cooked through and juicy.
- Serve the salad: Transfer the dressed salad to a large serving platter. Slice or shred the cooked chicken and arrange it on top or mix it into the salad. Garnish with toasted sliced almonds, roasted cashew halves, extra cilantro, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, additional chopped green onion, a few jalapeno slices, and crispy wonton strips if desired. Serve immediately as a hearty main dish or as a side.
Notes
- For a vegetarian or vegan option, omit the chicken or replace it with tofu or rinsed and drained chickpeas for added protein.
- Customize the salad by adding your favorite vegetables or protein sources to suit your preferences.
- Crispy wonton strips add a lovely crunch but are completely optional.
- Make the sesame ginger dressing ahead of time to save preparation time during salad assembly.