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Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad Recipe

Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad Recipe
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A vibrant and crunchy Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad featuring grilled chicken breast, fresh romaine lettuce, shredded red cabbage and carrots, toasted cashews, and a flavorful sesame soy vinaigrette. This salad offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal or a refreshing side dish.

Ingredients

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Salad

  • 2 cups grilled chicken breast, sliced
  • 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/2 cup toasted cashews
  • 1/2 cup crispy wonton strips (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup sesame soy vinaigrette

Instructions

  1. Grill chicken: Grill or pan-cook chicken breast until fully cooked. Allow to cool before slicing thinly to ensure tenderness and maintain moisture.
  2. Prepare vegetables: Chop romaine lettuce finely, shred the red cabbage and carrots, and slice the green onions. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Toast cashews: In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the cashews for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
  4. Make dressing: Whisk together ingredients for the sesame soy vinaigrette until fully emulsified, or use a high-quality store-bought option for convenience.
  5. Combine salad: Add the sliced chicken and green onions to the bowl with the chopped vegetables. Pour the sesame soy vinaigrette over and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly for balanced flavor.
  6. Garnish and serve: Top the salad with toasted cashews, sprinkle sesame seeds evenly, and add crispy wonton strips if desired. Serve immediately for optimal crunch, or refrigerate components separately if preparing ahead.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, omit crispy wonton strips or substitute with gluten-free crunchy toppings.
  • To make the dressing, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, a touch of honey or sugar, and grated ginger.
  • Store all salad components separately if not serving immediately to preserve texture and freshness.
  • Feel free to substitute grilled chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.

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Keywords: Chicken salad, cashew salad, Asian salad, healthy salad, sesame dressing, grilled chicken, crunchy salad

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