Best 12 Veggie Sesame Chicken Salad Recipes

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If you're searching for a quick and flavorful weekday meal, this veggie sesame chicken salad is an ideal choice. Packed with colorful vegetables and tender chicken, this salad is an explosion of taste and texture. The key to this recipe lies in the delectable sesame dressing, which adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the mix. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is a delightful fusion of Asian and American flavors, making it a perfect meal to satisfy your cravings for something both healthy and delicious.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGGIE-SESAME CHICKEN SALAD



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Sweet, crisp, sunshine-packed and fun, this delightful salad has it all. It's perfect for those nights you don't want to cook. -Betty Slivon, Sun City, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
2-1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup sesame ginger salad dressing
1/2 cup wonton strips

Steps:

  • Combine the first seven ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with wonton strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 458mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

SESAME CHICKEN SALAD



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Flavorful and so delicious, this sesame chicken salad will wow you!

Provided by MommyBennett

Categories     BBQ & Grilling     Chicken     Salads

Time 8h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon white sugar
½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 medium head napa cabbage, thinly sliced
¼ medium head green cabbage, thinly sliced
1 medium carrot, shredded
½ cup crispy fried rice noodles

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger for marinade together in a small bowl; pour over chicken and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine mayonnaise, sesame oil, sugar, and ginger for dressing in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate while you cook the chicken.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the grill and chop when cool enough to handle.
  • While the chicken is cooking, place sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium-high heat. Shake the pan like you are making popcorn and toast until seeds give off a lovely toasted smell, 3 to 5 minutes. Quickly remove from the heat and transfer to a bowl to cool; if you leave them in the pan they will continue to cook and burn.
  • Place napa cabbage, green cabbage, and carrot in a large bowl with chicken and toasted sesame seeds. Toss together, then mix in the dressing. Divide salad onto plates and top with crispy fried noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 687.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 85.5 mg, Fat 51.5 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 1316.8 mg, Sugar 16.6 g

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1 tablespoon grated peeled ginger
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1 small head napa cabbage (about 1 pound), cut into bite-size pieces
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 pound snow peas, cut crosswise into thirds
Kosher salt
1/2 cup chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high. Make the dressing: Whisk the vinegar, soy sauce, honey mustard and ginger in a medium bowl, then add the vegetable and sesame oils in a slow stream, whisking until combined. Toss the chicken with 1/4 cup of the dressing in another bowl; let marinate 10 minutes at room temperature. Remove the chicken from the marinade (discard the marinade) and grill until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board; let rest 5 minutes. Meanwhile, toss the cabbage, carrot, scallions and snow peas with the remaining dressing in a large bowl. Cut the chicken into 1/2-inch pieces and toss with the salad. Season with salt. Top with the chow mein noodles.
  • Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489, Fat 35 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 94 milligrams, Sodium 492 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 30 grams

SESAME CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 28m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup pure maple syrup, eyeball the amount
1/3 cup dark soy, Tamari, eyeball the amount
1/2 cup sweet hot mustard, eyeball the amount
1/2 cup sesame seeds, a mix of black and white or all white
1/4 cup vegetable oil, 3 or 4 turns of the pan, total
1 1/3 pounds chicken breast tenders
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 inches fresh ginger root, grated or minced
3 tablespoons rice vinegar, 3 generous splashes
1/4 cup Chinese duck sauce or, apricot all fruit spread
1/4 cup vegetable oil, eyeball the amount
5 to 6 ounces mixed baby greens, 1 bag
1 /4 English or seedless cucumber, halved lengthwise then thinly sliced on an angle
1 /2 cup shredded carrots, a couple of handfuls
4 scallions, thinly sliced on an angle
1/4 pound snow peas, sliced on an angle
Fried Chinese noodles for garnish, perhaps leftover from take out, optional

Steps:

  • Combine syrup, soy and sweet hot mustard in a bowl. Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper on both sides. Add chicken tenders to 1/2 of the marinade and coat. Set aside. Reserve the remaining 1/2 for dressing.
  • Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Spread sesame seeds on a sheet of waxed paper or into a shallow dish. Waxed paper will speed your clean up. Dip the tenders into the sesame seeds. Coat the pan with a thin layer of oil. Cook chicken in small batches 3 minutes on each side and remove to plate.
  • Whisk ginger, vinegar and the reserved marinade together then stream in the oil while you are continuing to whisk dressing.
  • Combine all of the salad ingredients in a bowl. Toss with dressing and serve, topping with sesame chicken tenders. Toss some crunch into your salad with fried noodles, if you have any leftover packets from ordering Chinese take out, for the last time!

EASY SESAME CHICKEN SALAD



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This sesame chicken salad is delicious, light, and perfect for lunch or dinner.

Provided by Mallory

Categories     Salad

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste
3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup olive oil
7 tablespoons white vinegar
6 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper, or to taste
4 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 (16 ounce) package mixed salad greens
1 ¼ cups halved cherry tomatoes
¾ medium red onion, thinly sliced
3 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
  • While chicken is cooling, combine olive oil, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, brown sugar, garlic, and red pepper in a Mason jar; close lid and shake vigorously until combined.
  • Chop cooled chicken and place in a bowl with dressing and sesame seeds; toss to combine.
  • Combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl. Mix in dressed chicken and top with mandarin oranges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 64.7 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 520.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CRUNCHY SESAME CHICKEN SALAD



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Stop in the deli for a rotisserie chicken, and grab a few convenience items from the produce section, and you can have this tasty Asian salad mixed 15 minutes after you get home.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken (from 2-lb chicken)
1 bag (16 oz) coleslaw mix (about 8 cups)
2 cups chow mein noodles (from 6-oz bag)
1 bag (8 oz) fresh sugar snap peas, strings removed (about 2 cups)
1 cup shredded carrots (from 10-oz bag)
1 1/4 cups Asian toasted sesame dressing (from 16-oz bottle)
3 medium green onions, sliced (3 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • In large serving bowl, toss all ingredients except onions until evenly coated. Sprinkle with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 1/2 Cups), Sodium 810 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

SESAME VEGETABLE SALAD WITH CHICKEN



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A delicious and attractive salad perfect for summer entertaining. Adapted from Better Homes and Gardens magazine, April 2005.

Provided by joannarose

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb chicken tenderloins, sliced into strips
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb fresh asparagus
1 lb snow peas
6 cups watercress (or other leafy greens)
2 medium yellow peppers, sliced into strips
1 cup grape tomatoes
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
1 garlic clove
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook in olive oil over medium high heat.
  • Remove chicken from skillet and chill.
  • Cook asparagus and snow peas covered in boiling water for 2-4 minutes, or until crisp.
  • Drain and rinse.
  • Combine and shake all dressing ingredients together.
  • Toss in a large bowl: chicken, asparagus, snow peas, watercress, peppers, tomatoes, and dressing.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.2, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 43.9, Sodium 282.8, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 6.5, Protein 23.6

ASIAN CHICKEN SESAME SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, ground sesame seeds, brown sugar, salt and white pepper, lettuce, red cabbage, green onion, roasted almond, roasted chicken, sesame seeds, black sesame seeds

Provided by Farah Tarek

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 1 seving

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
6 tablespoons ground sesame seeds
4 teaspoons brown sugar
1 pinch salt and white pepper
3 cups lettuce
1 cup red cabbage
⅔ cup green onion
¾ cup roasted almond
1 cup roasted chicken
4 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the vinegar, oil, soy sauce, tahini, brown sugar, and salt.
  • Add the lettuce, cabbage, green onions, almonds, chicken, and the seeds and stir into the sauce until the sauce covers all the ingredients.
  • Serve.

RAMEN-VEGGIE CHICKEN SALAD



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Like a salad with plenty of crunch? Then this refreshing recipe is sure to please. Toasted noodles, almonds and sesame seeds provide the crunchy topping. The chicken makes it a main dish. -Linda Gearhart, Greensboro, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 package (3 ounces) ramen noodles
1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 boneless skinless chicken breast half (6 ounces)
4 cups shredded Chinese or napa cabbage
1/2 large sweet red pepper, thinly sliced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 medium carrot, julienned

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, oil, vinegar and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute; set aside to cool. , Meanwhile, break noodles into small pieces (save seasoning packet for another use). In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the noodles, almonds and sesame seeds; cook and stir until lightly toasted, 1-2 minutes. , Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat until a thermometer reads 170°, 4-6 minutes on each side. , Meanwhile, arrange the cabbage, red pepper, onions and carrot on 2 serving plates. Slice chicken; place on salad. Top with noodle mixture; drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 865 calories, Fat 53g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SESAME CHICKEN SALAD



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A fresh and healthy Asian-style salad with Thai basil and coriander, soya beans, carrots and tomatoes

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Main course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 skinless chicken breasts
85g frozen soya bean
1 large carrot , finely cut into thin matchsticks
4 spring onions , finely sliced
140g cherry tomato , halved
small bunch coriander , chopped
small handful Thai or ordinary basil leaves , chopped if large
85g herb or baby salad leaves
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
grated zest and juice 1 small lime
1 tsp fish sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
2 tsp sweet chilli sauce

Steps:

  • Put the chicken in a pan and pour over cold water to cover. Tip the soya beans into a steamer. Bring the pan to a gentle simmer, then cook the chicken for 8 mins with the beans above.
  • Meanwhile, mix the dressing ingredients in a large bowl. When the chicken is cooked, slice and toss in the dressing along with the beans, carrot, onions, tomatoes, coriander and basil. Mix really well, pile onto the salad leaves and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 44 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

CHICKEN SALAD WITH LEMON-SESAME DRESSING



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This main-dish salad is inspired by chicken larb, which is a dance of contrasts: light but rich, with tender meat, crunchy vegetables and seasonings that span sour, sweet, spicy and savory. This recipe dresses lean-but-juicy ground chicken or turkey with sesame oil, fresh lemon, miso, ginger, basil and celery, but there are many ways to adapt it: You could sauté crumbled tofu or cubed salmon instead of the chicken; or add yuzu kosho, wasabi paste or fried garlic. It's good on its own, or with roasted potatoes, grains, salad greens, soba noodles or wrapped in nori.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, weeknight, poultry, salads and dressings, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, plus more for serving
1 pound ground chicken or turkey
Kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup white or yellow miso
1 large lemon, zested and juiced (about 1 tablespoon zest and 3 tablespoons juice)
1 1/2 inches fresh ginger, peeled and chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
3 celery stalks, thinly sliced, leaves reserved
1 cup basil leaves, large ones torn in half
2 tablespoons black or white sesame seeds, or a combination (or furikake)

Steps:

  • In a large (12-inch) skillet, heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil over medium-low. Add the chicken, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and cook, breaking up into small pieces, until opaque and just cooked through, 3 to 6 minutes. (You're not looking to brown the meat here, which would risk drying it out.) Remove from heat to cool.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the miso, lemon zest and juice, ginger and 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil.
  • When the chicken is no longer hot (warm or cool both work), use a slotted spoon to add it to the bowl with the dressing, leaving any chicken juices behind. Stir to combine. Add the sliced celery, celery leaves, basil and sesame seeds; stir to combine. Taste, and if it needs more spice, add black pepper; if it's bland, add salt; if it's dry, add sesame oil. Eat warm or at room temperature. (Leftovers will keep for up to 2 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.)

SESAME CHICKEN STIR FRY SALAD



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This recipe is from a Pampered Chef book, and is a favorite in our home. I substitute the dressing with Newman's Own Low Fat Sesame Ginger salad dressing, and since I love garlic and ginger, I double or triple them.

Provided by Haversac

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 cup carrot, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 1/2 inches gingerroot
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
10 ounces fresh spinach

Steps:

  • For dressing whisk all ingredients in a small bowl, or use Newman's Own Low Fat Sesame Ginger dressing.
  • For salad, heat oil in skillet.
  • Add chicken, carrots, garlic, gingerroot and sesame seeds.
  • Stir-fry 4-5 minutes until chicken is done.
  • Arrange spinach on plate, or platter.
  • Top with green onions and pineapple and chicken mixture.
  • Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.4, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 48.4, Sodium 219.9, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 6.8, Protein 18.5

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp vegetables.
  • If you don't have time to cook the chicken, you can use rotisserie chicken or canned chicken instead.
  • If you don't have sesame seeds, you can use another type of nut, such as almonds or walnuts.
  • To make the salad more filling, add some cooked quinoa or rice.
  • You can also add some shredded cabbage or carrots to the salad for extra crunch.
  • For a spicier salad, add some red pepper flakes or Sriracha sauce to the dressing.
  • Serve the salad immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This veggie sesame chicken salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, vegetables, and healthy fats, and is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. The salad is also easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are a vegetarian or meat-eater, this salad is a great option for a healthy and satisfying meal.

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