Asian Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing
Fresh, vibrant, and packed with bold flavors, this Asian Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing is the perfect balance of crunchy, savory, and slightly sweet. Juicy, tender chicken is tossed with crisp cabbage, colorful veggies, and a rich, nutty sesame dressing that ties everything together beautifully.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 3 cups shredded green or Napa cabbage
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage (optional for color)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shelled edamame (cooked)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- ¼ cup sliced almonds or cashews (optional, for crunch)
For the Sesame Dressing:
- 3 tbsp sesame oil (toasted for rich flavor)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lime juice (optional, for brightness)
- 1–2 tsp sriracha or chili paste (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Cook and shred chicken.
- Chop and prepare vegetables.
- Whisk together sesame dressing.
- Toss chicken and vegetables with dressing.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, herbs, and nuts.