Sesame Chicken Salad
Sesame Chicken Salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish that perfectly balances tender chicken with a colorful array of fresh vegetables. Tossed in a tangy sesame dressing, this salad is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at summer gatherings. With its delightful crunch and a mix of sweet and savory flavors, each bite promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (red and yellow)
- 3 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking tray, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- While the chicken cooks, wash and chop mixed greens, carrots, cucumber, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for five minutes before slicing it into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens with chopped veggies and sliced chicken. Drizzle with dressing and toss everything together until coated.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnished with toasted sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate chicken in soy sauce and sesame oil for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Feel free to customize by adding nuts or swapping chicken for tofu for a vegetarian option. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.