Asian Sesame Chicken Salad (Printable Version)
Grilled chicken, mandarins, almonds, sesame seeds, and greens tossed with flavorful sesame dressing.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Salad Components
01 - 2 cups mixed salad greens, thoroughly washed and dried
02 - 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
03 - 1/2 cup canned mandarin orange segments, drained
04 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
05 - 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
→ Dressing
06 - 1/4 cup prepared sesame dressing
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced grilled chicken breast, mandarin orange segments, toasted sliced almonds, and sesame seeds.
02 - Drizzle sesame dressing evenly over the salad mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are coated.
03 - Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for 10 minutes before serving for a chilled presentation.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses simple store-bought ingredients you can find anywhere
- Ready in about fifteen minutes for a super quick meal
- Combines sweet tangy and savory flavor in every single bite
- A favorite in my house for last-minute lunches and picnic dinners
02 -
- Easy to customize with what you have in the fridge
- Great source of protein and good fats from almonds
- Keeps well for meal prep up to two days without getting soggy
03 -
- Always slice the chicken after it cools slightly for juicier pieces
- Toss the salad just before eating to keep the greens crisp
- Double the sesame dressing and keep some for dipping summer rolls or veggies