Sesame Chicken Salad
Sesame Chicken Salad is a vibrant dish that brings together succulent grilled chicken, crunchy mixed greens, and colorful vegetables, all drizzled with a savory sesame dressing. This refreshing salad is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressing guests at brunch. With its delightful combination of textures and flavors, it’s easy to customize based on your preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups mixed greens (e.g., spinach, arugula)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp sesame oil
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; grill for about 6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- While the chicken cools, wash and chop the mixed greens, bell pepper, and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Slice the cooled chicken into strips and combine it with the chopped vegetables in the mixing bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and sesame oil before grilling. - Customize your salad by substituting chicken with tofu or shrimp. - Store leftovers in an airtight container; enjoy cold for maximum freshness.