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Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad

Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad: Fresh, Flavorful & Fun

This Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad is a colorful, nutrient-packed dish that's easy to prepare and customizable for any taste.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Shredded Green Cabbage Use pre-shredded for convenience.
  • 2 cups Shredded Red Cabbage Feel free to omit if you prefer a simpler look.
  • 1/2 cup Diced Green Onion You can swap with sliced shallots.
  • 3/4 cup Freshly Diced Cilantro Substitute with parsley if desired.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Pre-bagged matchstick carrots can save time.
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Skip if bell peppers aren't your thing.
  • 1 Jalapeño Reduce or omit for a milder flavor.
  • 1 Grilled Sesame Chicken Can be substituted with tofu or chickpeas.
For the Dressing
  • 1 batch Sesame Ginger Dressing Adjust sweetness with honey or agave.
For the Crunch
  • 1/3 cup Toasted Sliced Almonds Sunflower seeds make a great nut-free alternative.
  • 1/3 cup Roasted Cashew Halves Can increase almonds or omit if desired.
  • Sesame Seeds Sprinkle for added texture.
For Garnish
  • Extra Cilantro & Green Onion Sprinkle fresh on top.
  • Crispy wonton strips Optional for additional crunch.

Equipment

  • Grill or Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by marinating your grilled sesame chicken. Combine soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Add chicken and let it soak for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, prepare the sesame ginger dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or agave), and fresh ginger until combined. Adjust sweetness if desired.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad ingredients: shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, diced green onion, freshly diced cilantro, shredded carrots, and diced red bell pepper. Toss together.
  4. Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat. Grill each piece of marinated chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, slice it into bite-sized pieces. Transfer the mixed salad to a platter, top with grilled chicken, and drizzle the sesame ginger dressing over the salad. Garnish with almonds, cashews, sesame seeds, cilantro, and green onion.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to prevent wilting. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days.

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