Sesame Chicken Salad
A refreshing and protein-packed salad that combines tender chicken with vibrant vegetables and a nutty sesame dressing.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar substitute
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Salad
- 4-6 cups butter lettuce
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 green onion sliced
- 1 tablespoon slivered almonds
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon black sesame seeds
- 24 oz cooked or grilled chicken
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, whisk together tahini, rice vinegar, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, brown sugar substitute, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- To the dressing, add butter lettuce, shredded red cabbage, green onion, chopped cilantro, slivered almonds, sesame seeds, and the cooked chicken.
- Toss the mixture gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Notes
For best flavor, let the dressing sit for a few minutes before adding it to the salad. Customizations such as adding edamame or bell peppers are encouraged. Store leftovers in an airtight container, keeping the dressing separate until ready to serve.