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Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad

Delicious Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad for Easy Meal Prep

This Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad is light yet satisfying, ready in just 20 minutes, and packed with crunchy veggies and protein-rich chicken.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/3 cup tahini swap with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option
  • 2 tablespoons lower-sodium tamari regular soy sauce can be used for those without gluten allergies
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar apple cider vinegar can be a suitable alternative
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup honey can be used for non-vegan recipes
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil can be omitted if nut-free is critical
  • 1 clove garlic can use garlic powder in a pinch
Salad
  • 4 cups chopped Napa cabbage (or kale) green cabbage adds more texture
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken cooked chickpeas or tofu work for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup shredded carrots any finely chopped vegetable can substitute
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions red onion offers a sharper taste
  • 1/2 cup roasted salted cashews pumpkin seeds can substitute for nut allergies
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro parsley can replace cilantro if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds omit if allergies are a concern

Equipment

  • glass jar or large measuring cup
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Tongs or spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a glass jar or large measuring cup, whisk together tahini, lower-sodium tamari, rice vinegar, maple syrup, toasted sesame oil, and minced garlic until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped Napa cabbage, shredded rotisserie chicken, shredded carrots, chopped green onions, and roasted salted cashews. Toss gently until evenly distributed.
  3. Pour the sesame-teriyaki dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 26gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prepare the dressing in advance and avoid adding it until serving time to maintain the salad's crispness.

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