Asian Chicken Salad
This Asian Chicken Salad is a vibrant, crunchy, and flavorful dish combining fresh veggies, tender chicken, and a tangy sesame dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, it’s easy to prepare and packed with nutrients
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
- 4 cups mixed greens romaine, spinach, or spring mix
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 3 green onions sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup slivered almonds or chopped peanuts
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp Sriracha optional for spice
Instructions
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and Sriracha in a small bowl until well combined.
- Assemble Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, red cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro. Add shredded chicken and nuts.
- Dress Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Serve: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for variation.
- Add mandarin orange slices for a sweet twist.
- Use crunchy chow mein noodles as a topping for extra texture.
- Store dressing separately if prepping in advance to keep salad crisp.