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Sesame Chicken and Chickpea Salad

Delicious Sesame Chicken and Chickpea Salad for Meal Prep

A vibrant Sesame Chicken and Chickpea Salad packed with protein, perfect for meal prep and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 breasts Chicken Lean protein source
  • 4 cups Cabbage Red or Green, can use coleslaw mix
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinsed well
  • 2 medium Carrots Matchsticked or shredded
  • 3 stalks Green Onions Sliced
  • 1 cup Cashews Chopped, or use sunflower seeds for nut-free
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Essential for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Use agave syrup for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Fresh Ginger Fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Jar

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Cook in a skillet for 5-7 minutes each side until golden brown. Let rest before slicing.
  2. In a jar, combine sesame oil, vinegar, honey, ginger, and salt. Shake well to mix.
  3. In a bowl, combine cabbage, chickpeas, carrots, and green onions. Toss to mix.
  4. Add sliced chicken to salad base and drizzle with dressing. Toss to coat.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to chill and meld flavors.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnishing with extra green onions or cashews.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad is meal prep friendly and can be stored up to 3 days in the fridge. Dress just before serving to maintain crunch.

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