Description
Dive into a vibrant Sesame Chicken Salad, where tender chicken meets crisp mixed greens, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet carrots, all drizzled with a toasty sesame dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy family dinners, this dish is not just a meal but an experience that brings joy to your table. With its colorful presentation and delightful textures, this salad is sure to impress everyone at your gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (unseasoned)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- While chicken cooks, wash and prepare mixed greens. Slice cucumbers and shred carrots.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and grated ginger until smooth.
- Once the chicken has cooled slightly, slice it into strips. In a large bowl, mix greens with cucumbers, carrots, green onions, and chicken pieces.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg