Asian Chicken Salad

This Asian Chicken Salad is a vibrant and protein-packed dish featuring tender grilled chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty sesame dressing. It's perfect for a light yet satisfying meal that brings together a variety of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

• Grilled chicken breast - 200 grams
• Mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, romaine) - 4 cups
• Carrot, julienned - 1 medium
• Cucumber, thinly sliced - 1 medium
• Red bell pepper, thinly sliced - 1 medium
• Green onions, sliced - 2 stalks
• Edamame, shelled - 100 grams
• Sesame seeds - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
2. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper, then grill for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
3. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, red bell pepper, green onions, and edamame.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the dressing.
5. Add the sliced grilled chicken to the salad bowl, drizzle the dressing over the top, and toss gently to combine.
6. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped cilantro on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 410
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and edamame, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables, promoting overall health.

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