Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch (Printable Recipe)
Vibrant crunchy cabbage with juicy sesame chicken, fresh vegetables and a flavorful ginger dressing topped with toasted nuts.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken
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Grilled Sesame Chicken
→ Salad
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4 cups shredded green cabbage
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2 cups shredded red cabbage
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1/2 cup diced green onion
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3/4 cup freshly diced cilantro
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1 red bell pepper, thinly julienned
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1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
→ Dressing
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1 batch Sesame Ginger Dressing
→ For Serving
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1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
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1/3 cup roasted cashew halves
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Sesame seeds
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Extra cilantro
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Extra green onion
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A few jalapeno slices
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Crispy wonton strips (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Marinate the chicken using the grilled sesame chicken recipe.
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Make the sesame ginger dressing and set aside.
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In a large bowl, add the green and red cabbage, green onion, cilantro, carrots, bell pepper, and jalapeno. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat the veggies. Cover and set aside while the chicken is baked or grilled.
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Place the salad on a large platter and garnish with toasted sliced almonds, cashews, sesame seeds, extra cilantro, jalapeno slices, and green onion. Optional: add crispy wonton strips. Serve immediately. Serves 4 as a main dish or 6 as a side dish.
# Extra Tips:
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For a vegetarian or vegan option, omit the chicken or replace it with tofu or rinsed and drained chickpeas.
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See the full post for more salad customization ideas.