Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the chicken
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Grilled Sesame Chicken
→ For the salad
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4 cups shredded green cabbage
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2 cups shredded red cabbage
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1/2 cup diced green onion
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3/4 cup freshly diced cilantro
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1 cup shredded carrots (bagged or cut into matchsticks for excellent crunch!)
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1 red bell pepper, thinly julienned
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1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
→ For the dressing
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1 batch Sesame Ginger Dressing
→ For serving
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1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
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1/3 cup roasted cashews halves
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Sesame seeds
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Extra cilantro
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Extra green onion
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A few jalapeno slices
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Optional: Crispy wonton strips
# Instructions:
01 -
Marinate the chicken using this grilled sesame chicken recipe.
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Make the sesame ginger dressing. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, add the green and red cabbage, green onion, cilantro, carrots, bell pepper and jalapeno. Pour dressing all over the salad and toss to combine and coat all the veggies. Cover and set aside while you bake or grill your chicken according to the recipe.
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Add salad to a large platter. Garnish with toasted sliced almonds, cashews, extra cilantro, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, a few jalapeno slices and some additional chopped green onion, if desired. I also love adding crispy wonton strips but that's totally optional. Dig in! Serves 4 as a hearty main dish or 6 as a side dish.
# Notes:
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For a vegetarian/vegan option: This salad is just as fabulous without the chicken. Feel free to omit, or replace with tofu or a can of rinsed and drained chickpeas.
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This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it perfect for meal prep.
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For extra crunch, make sure your vegetables are cut thinly and uniformly.
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The salad can be assembled ahead of time, but add the nuts and crispy wonton strips just before serving to maintain their crunch.