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Healthy Sesame Chicken Chopped Salad

Savor the Crunch: Healthy Sesame Chicken Chopped Salad

Discover a refreshing, vibrant dish with our Healthy Sesame Chicken Chopped Salad.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian, Paleo
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 0.25 cup Coconut Aminos Soy sauce alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Acid for balancing flavors
  • 3 tablespoons Avocado Oil Heart-healthy fat
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil Potent flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Ginger Infuses warmth and zing
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder Enhances flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Salad
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Moisture and flavor
  • 2 cups Shredded Green Cabbage Crunchy salad base
  • 2 cups Shredded Red Cabbage Adds color
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Introduces sweetness
  • 0.5 cup Sliced Almonds Healthy fats and crunch
  • 1 cup Mandarin Oranges Sweet, tangy burst
  • 1 handful Chopped Cilantro Fresh herb
  • to taste Black & White Sesame Seeds Garnish

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Resealable Plastic Bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: coconut aminos, red wine vinegar, avocado oil, toasted sesame oil, minced ginger, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a resealable plastic bag, place the chicken thighs and pour in 3-4 tablespoons of the prepared dressing. Massage to coat and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add the marinated chicken, and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Once the chicken cools, chop it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced almonds, mandarin oranges, and chopped cilantro.
  6. Add the chopped chicken and drizzle any remaining dressing over the salad. Toss to coat and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For meal prep, store dressing separately to maintain freshness. Flavor improves with longer marination.

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