Grilled Ginger Sesame Chicken Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Grilled Ginger Sesame Chicken Salad, a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish that perfectly balances bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are infused with the aromatic blend of soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, honey, and sesame oil, then grilled to succulent perfection. Served atop a medley of crisp mixed greens, crunchy cucumbers, shredded carrots, and sweet bell peppers, this salad is as colorful as it is delicious. A tangy sesame-lime dressing, enhanced with black and white sesame seeds, ties it all together, making every bite sing with umami richness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is the ideal choice for a light, refreshing meal that doesn't skimp on flavor—perfect for weeknight dinners or alfresco lunches.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced into rounds
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon additional sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons pepper
Instructions
Prepare the marinade for the chicken by combining 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, honey, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and olive oil in a small bowl. Whisk well.
Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, then pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the grill and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cucumber slices, shredded carrot, red bell pepper, and chopped green onions.
Prepare the dressing by whisking together the lime juice, rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, black sesame seeds, white sesame seeds, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Top the salad with the grilled chicken strips.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Grilled Ginger Sesame Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.8 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 3882 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.8 g | ||
| Protein | 122.6 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2631 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
