Chicken Cashew Crunch Salad
A vibrant and nutritious salad combining tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and fresh vegetables, drizzled with sesame dressing to refresh your day.
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup mixed greens
- ½ cup cashews, roasted
- ½ cup bell peppers, sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup carrots, shredded
- ¼ cup sesame dressing
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Ensure chicken is cooked and shredded, and prep veggies by slicing bell peppers, shredding carrots, and thinly slicing red onion.
- If using raw chicken, grill or roast it until fully cooked, then shred into bite-sized pieces; this can take about 20-30 minutes.
Assembly
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens and shredded chicken, gently mixing to ensure even distribution.
- Add sliced bell peppers, red onion, and shredded carrots to the salad bowl. Toss gently to combine without bruising the greens.
- Sprinkle roasted cashews on top for crunch.
- Drizzle the sesame dressing generously over the salad.
- Toss the salad gently using tongs or large spoons to coat the ingredients in dressing without breaking them.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
Notes
For meal prep, store in an airtight container, keeping dressing separate to prevent wilting. Best enjoyed within 2 days.