Description
A vibrant and comforting salad featuring tender chicken, crispy greens, and crunchy toasted sesame seeds, perfect for gatherings and family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- Boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- Fresh garlic, minced
- Fresh ginger, grated
- Crisp romaine lettuce or baby greens
- Bell peppers
- Cucumbers
- Carrot ribbons
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro or green onions
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by grilling, baking, or sautéing it until done, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and ginger to make the dressing.
- Wash and chop the fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the cooked chicken and toss it with the vegetables in a large salad bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix gently until well-coated.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs on top.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator if preparing in advance.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute chicken with grilled shrimp or tofu. Always dress the salad just before serving to maintain crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: sesame chicken salad, healthy salad, easy recipe, summer salad, quick lunch