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A vibrant Asian Sesame Chicken Salad with shredded cabbage, carrots, and crispy wontons in a large bowl.
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Crunchy Asian Sesame Chicken Salad

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 4 cups Napa cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrots , julienned
  • 1/2 cup scallions , thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup shelled edamame, cooked
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1/2 cup crispy wonton strips
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon hone y
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 clove garlic , minced
  • 1/4 cup canola oil

Instructions

  • Prepare the dressing by whisking together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
  • Gradually stream in the canola oil while whisking vigorously until the dressing is fully emulsified.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, shredded Napa cabbage, red cabbage, julienned carrots, scallions, cilantro, and edamame.
  • Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Distribute the salad into individual serving bowls.
  • Top each portion with toasted sliced almonds and crispy wonton strips immediately before serving to maintain maximum crunch.