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Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad

A vibrant and nutritious dish featuring shredded rotisserie chicken, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful sesame-teriyaki dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 424
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup tahini Well-stirred for smooth dressing.
  • 2 Tbsp. lower-sodium tamari A great substitute for soy sauce.
  • 2 Tbsp. rice vinegar Provides a tangy brightness.
  • 1 Tbsp. maple syrup Adds a touch of natural sweetness.
  • 1 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil Infuses the dressing with rich, nutty flavor.
  • 1 clove garlic Grated or finely minced.
  • 5 cups chopped Napa cabbage Can substitute with green cabbage or kale.
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken Conveniently pre-cooked.
  • 1 cup shredded (matchstick) carrots For added crunch and color.
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped green onions Freshness and mild onion flavor.
  • 3/4 cup roasted, salted cashews For an irresistible crunch.
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro Adds a burst of freshness.
  • 2 Tbsp. toasted sesame seeds Optional garnish.

Method
 

  1. Prepare dressing by combining all dressing ingredients in a glass jar or large liquid measuring cup; whisk until smooth.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cabbage or kale, chicken, carrots, green onion, cashews, and cilantro. Season salad components with a few pinches of salt. Pour dressing overtop and toss well to combine.
  3. Sprinkle in a few pinches of salt over the salad mixture to enhance all flavors present in your dish.
  4. Pour your homemade sesame-teriyaki dressing over the salad ingredients generously and toss everything together until well-coated.
  5. You can either serve it immediately as is or refrigerate it for up to two days if you're prepping ahead of time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 424kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 23gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 590mgFiber: 6gSugar: 11g

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