Description
Experience a delightful blend of textures and flavors with this vibrant Sesame Chicken Salad, featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a rich sesame dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it a crowd-pleaser at summer picnics or cozy dinners. Each bite promises a burst of freshness that will leave everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 6 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup high-quality toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook each side for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool before slicing.
- 2. Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic until combined.
- 3. Prepare Vegetables: While the chicken cooks, wash and chop mixed greens into bite-sized pieces. Slice cucumber and bell pepper thinly.
- 4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix greens and vegetables. Top with sliced chicken and drizzle with dressing.
- 5. Add Toppings: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg