Description
A vibrant and crunchy Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad featuring grilled sesame chicken, colorful shredded cabbages, fresh veggies, and a zesty sesame ginger dressing. Perfect as a hearty main or a delightful side, garnished with toasted nuts and optional crispy wonton strips for extra texture.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- Grilled Sesame Chicken (recipe as per grilled sesame chicken instructions)
For the Salad:
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- ½ cup diced green onion
- ¾ cup freshly diced cilantro
- 1 cup shredded carrots (bagged or cut into matchsticks)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly julienned
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
For the Dressing:
- 1 batch Sesame Ginger Dressing (as per recipe)
For Serving:
- ⅓ cup toasted sliced almonds
- ⅓ cup roasted cashew halves
- Sesame seeds, to sprinkle
- Extra cilantro for garnish
- Extra green onion, chopped
- A few jalapeño slices
- Optional: Crispy wonton strips
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Prepare the grilled sesame chicken according to the detailed grilled sesame chicken recipe. This includes marinating the chicken to infuse it with sesame flavors and preparing it for grilling.
- Make the Dressing: Prepare one batch of sesame ginger dressing as directed in its recipe and set it aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, diced green onion, freshly diced cilantro, shredded carrots, thinly julienned red bell pepper, and diced jalapeno. Pour the prepared sesame ginger dressing over the veggies and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly. Cover the bowl and set aside to let the flavors meld while cooking the chicken.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill or bake the marinated sesame chicken until cooked through, following the specific instructions of the grilled sesame chicken recipe. Once done, slice or chop the chicken as desired.
- Serve the Salad: Transfer the dressed salad to a large serving platter. Top evenly with toasted sliced almonds, roasted cashew halves, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, extra cilantro, chopped green onion, and a few jalapeño slices for added heat. Optionally, sprinkle crispy wonton strips for extra crunch. Serve alongside or topped with the grilled sesame chicken. Enjoy!
Notes
- The chicken must be grilled or baked separately according to the grilled sesame chicken recipe for authentic flavor.
- Adjust the jalapeno quantity for your preferred spice level or omit if sensitive to heat.
- Crispy wonton strips add delightful crunch but can be omitted for vegan or gluten-free diets.
- To save time, use pre-shredded cabbage and carrots available at most grocery stores.
- The salad is versatile and can be served as a filling main dish or a vibrant side dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American Fusion