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Asian Sesame Chicken Salad

30-Minute Asian Sesame Chicken Salad Craving Busters

A fresh and flavorful salad with crispy chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy sesame dressing.

  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 garlic clove, minced

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey for 15 minutes.
  2. Grill chicken until fully cooked, then slice into strips.
  3. Toss mixed greens, carrots, cucumber, and green onions in a large bowl.
  4. Whisk rice vinegar, olive oil, ginger, and garlic to make the dressing.
  5. Top salad with chicken slices and drizzle with dressing.
  6. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked chicken to save time.
  • Add mandarin oranges for extra sweetness.
  • Replace soy sauce with tamari for gluten-free option.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: asian sesame chicken salad, healthy lunch, quick dinner