Description
A vibrant, protein-packed salad combining shredded chicken, crisp cabbage, matchstick carrots, and roasted cashews with a homemade sesame-teriyaki dressing. This fusion dish delivers crunch and umami, perfect for a quick, adaptable meal. No cooking required, and it maintains freshness for up to 3 days.
Ingredients
1/4 cup tahini
2 Tbsp lower-sodium tamari
2 Tbsp rice vinegar
1 Tbsp maple syrup
1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 garlic clove
5 heaping cups chopped Napa cabbage
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 cup shredded (matchstick) carrots
3/4 cup finely chopped green onions
3/4 cup roasted, salted cashews
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Whisk together tahini, tamari, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, and minced garlic in a bowl
In a large mixing bowl, combine Napa cabbage, shredded chicken, carrots, green onions, and cashews
Stir in the prepared dressing until all ingredients are evenly coated
Top with fresh cilantro before serving
Notes
Use soy sauce if tamari is unavailable
Sub chicken with tofu or chickpeas for vegan adaptation
Swap cashews for peanuts for a budget-friendly option
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Garnish with reserved green onions for extra color
Add quinoa for a protein boost
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 4500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg