Spicy Sesame Chicken Salad

This Spicy Sesame Chicken Salad is colorful and full of crunch with just the right kick of heat. The mix of kale, brussels sprouts, broccoli, and cabbage makes a hearty base that stands up beautifully to the creamy sesame-tahini dressing. Sweet bell pepper, crisp carrots, and juicy snap peas add brightness, while shredded grilled chicken brings satisfying protein to make this salad a complete meal.

What really ties it all together is the dressing: nutty tahini, rich sesame oil, and savory soy sauce balanced with a touch of honey and a drizzle of chili oil for a bit of spice. It’s perfect for a quick weekday lunch or a light dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor.

Spicy Sesame Chicken Salad

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Yield: 1 Large Salad

Author: Courtney Lay

Prep time: 15 MinTotal time: 15 Min

This Spicy Sesame Chicken Salad is a crunchy, protein-packed meal with fresh veggies, grilled chicken, and a creamy sesame-tahini dressing with a kick of chili heat.

Ingredients

Ingredients

• 2 cups cruciferous crunch salad mix (kale, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cabbage)
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup carrot, julienned or shredded
• 1/2 cup snap peas, sliced in half lengthwise
• 1/2 grilled chicken breast, shredded

Dressing

• 2 tbsp tahini
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp chili oil
• 1/2 tsp water (to thin as needed)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the salad mix, bell pepper, carrots, snap peas, and shredded chicken.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, chili oil, and water until smooth.
3. Pour dressing over the salad, toss well to coat, and serve immediately.