Irresistible Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad with Sweet Teriyaki Dressing

Fresh and vibrant Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, perfect for a healthy meal.

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Dressing

1/2 cup Tahini well-stirred before use
1/4 cup Lower-sodium Tamari or regular soy sauce
2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Maple Syrup or agave syrup
1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil avoid substitutes
1 clove Garlic minced; use garlic powder as substitute if needed

Salad Base

4 cups Chopped Napa Cabbage or green cabbage or kale
2 cups Shredded Rotisserie Chicken or homemade cooked chicken
1 cup Shredded Carrots matchstick or grated
1/4 cup Sliced Green Onions or shallots
1 cup Roasted, Salted Cashews or sunflower seeds for nut-free
1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or parsley

Optional Garnish

Toasted Sesame Seeds or poppy seeds

Equipment

mixing bowl
whisk
Jar or measuring cup

Method

Preparation

In a glass jar or measuring cup, combine tahini, tamari, rice vinegar, maple syrup, toasted sesame oil, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, add napa cabbage, shredded chicken, shredded carrots, sliced green onions, and roasted cashews. Lightly season with salt.
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for best results. Dress salad just before serving for optimal crunch.

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