Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a zesty sesame dressing, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
4 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, cabbage, and spinach)
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
3 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds or chopped peanuts
1/4 cup crispy wonton strips
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, mix the salad greens, shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced red bell pepper, and green onions.
- Add the cooked chicken on top of the salad mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Just before serving, sprinkle the toasted almonds (or peanuts), crispy wonton strips, and toasted sesame seeds over the top.
- Serve immediately to enjoy all the freshness and crunch.
Notes
Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
Keep dressing and toppings separate when storing to preserve texture.
Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein.
Add mandarin oranges or edamame for extra flavor and protein.
Try a spicy peanut dressing for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
