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Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad

Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad for Zesty, Healthy Meals

Enjoy the Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad, a healthy and zesty dish packed with flavor and textures.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/4 cup tahini substitute with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option
  • 3 tablespoons lower-sodium tamari use soy sauce if gluten is not a concern
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup honey or agave can be used as alternatives
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil omit if nut allergic
  • 1 clove garlic use garlic powder if needed
Salad
  • 4 cups Napa cabbage can replace with green cabbage or kale
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken substitute with cooked tofu for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup matchstick carrots substitute with regular shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup green onions can replace with red onions
  • 1 cup roasted salted cashews omit for nut-free or swap with pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro replace with parsley if desired
  • toasted sesame seeds optional garnish

Equipment

  • glass jar
  • sharp knife
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium glass jar, combine tahini, lower-sodium tamari, rice vinegar, maple syrup, toasted sesame oil, and minced garlic. Seal the jar and shake vigorously for 30 seconds until smooth.
  2. Finely chop Napa cabbage, slice matchstick carrots, and chop green onions, creating a vibrant base for your salad.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add shredded rotisserie chicken, Napa cabbage, carrots, and green onions. Toss gently for even distribution.
  4. Sprinkle roasted salted cashews over the salad mixture. Mix carefully to maintain the cashews' integrity.
  5. Drizzle sesame-teriyaki dressing over the salad, starting with half and adding more as needed. Toss gently for 1 minute.
  6. Sprinkle fresh cilantro and optional toasted sesame seeds on top. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 23gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Dress the salad just before serving for optimal freshness. Store leftovers in an airtight container without dressing for up to 3 days.

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