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Crunchy Asian sesame chicken salad tossed with shredded cabbage, carrots and toasted almonds in a white bowl

Crunchy Asian Sesame Chicken Salad

A crunchy Asian-inspired chicken salad with a sweet-savory sesame dressing. Fresh, colorful, and ready in 20 minutes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. In a small jar, shake together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, olive oil, and ginger until smooth.
  2. In a large bowl, combine both cabbages, chicken, carrots, green onions, and cilantro.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat.
  4. Top with toasted almonds and sesame seeds, and serve.