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asian chopped salad sesame ginger dressing recipe lunch ideas. Asian salad recipe is packed with fresh vegetables, high in anti-oxidant and fiber.

Asian Chopped Salad

This Fresh Asian Chopped Salad is very high in antioxidants and is a healthy lunch that will keep you full with its high amount of fiber.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American, Asian
Servings 6 people

Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups chopped napa cabbage
  • ⅓ cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup chopped red cabbage
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro leaves
  • ¼ cup chopped peanuts
  • ¼ cup fresh edamame
  • chopped green onions

Sesame Ginger Salad Dressing:

  • ⅓ cup avocado oil , (or a more neutral-flavored oil like grapeseed, canola, or vegetable)
  • 3 tablespoon  low sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3-4 teaspoon agave nectar, (or about 2 tablespoon of honey)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil , (add more according to your liking)
  • 1 garlic, (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger

(OPTIONAL) Grilled Chicken Breast:

  • 2 chicken breast
  • kosher salt/pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions
 

Sesame Ginger Salad Dressing:

  • Mix all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl until well blended. Use immediately or store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

To Build Your Asian Chopped Salad:

  • Mix all the fresh salad ingredients in a mixing bowl. Serve with homemade salad dressing (as needed only).

(Optional) Grilled Chicken Breast:

  • Pound the chicken with a mallet or heavy skillet until about ⅛ inch thick.
  • Brush the chicken lightly with oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the chicken until golden and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes per side or until fully cooked.
  • Chop the chicken breast into small bite pieces and serve with salad.
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