Best 2 Sesame Miso Chicken Salad Recipes

Craving a delightful and healthy lunch or dinner option? Look no further than this tantalizing Sesame Miso Chicken Salad! Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this wholesome salad combines succulent grilled chicken, a medley of fresh vegetables, and a luscious dressing made with a harmonious blend of sesame and miso. The result is a culinary symphony that will delight your taste buds and nourish your body. This article presents two irresistible variations of this delectable dish: a classic Sesame Miso Chicken Salad and a refreshing Sesame Miso Chicken Salad with Quinoa. Both recipes are meticulously crafted to ensure an explosion of flavors in every bite.

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

CHICKEN AND CABBAGE SALAD WITH MISO-SESAME VINAIGRETTE

Chicken and Cabbage Salad With Miso-Sesame Vinaigrette image

This simple salad calls for a specific set of ingredients, but it can also be considered a loose guideline. Thinly sliced leftover steak, shredded salmon or sliced dense tofu could easily take the place of the chicken - and that chicken can be left over from the night before, whether it's been poached, grilled, pan-seared or cooked on a rotisserie. Any crisp, crunchy lettuce will do. You could opt for shredded carrots and diced jicama instead of cucumber and radish, or add a handful of split cherry tomatoes and raw snap peas cut on a bias. As long as the basic balance of protein, dressing, greens, vegetables and herbs is maintained, the rest is up to you and your vegetable drawer.

Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt

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

Time 10m

Yield 2 to 4 servings (about 2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 ounces cooked, shredded chicken (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup Miso-Sesame Vinaigrette, plus more as needed
2 small romaine hearts or 1 small head green or red cabbage, thinly shredded (about 6 cups)
1 small cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeds removed, then sliced on a sharp bias into 1/4-inch slivers
8 small radishes, thinly sliced
1 (2-inch) knob fresh ginger, peeled, cut into thin planks, then slivered into fine matchsticks
Handful fresh mint leaves, very roughly chopped
Handful fresh cilantro leaves, very roughly chopped
1 small red onion or a few scallions, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss the chicken with 6 tablespoons miso-sesame vinaigrette. Add remaining ingredients to the bowl, reserving some of the herbs, ginger and onion for garnish. Add another 2 tablespoons vinaigrette and toss to combine. Taste, and adjust seasoning with more dressing, salt or pepper, as desired.
Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with reserved herbs, ginger and onion, drizzle with a little more dressing, and serve immediately.

SESAME-MISO CHICKEN SALAD

Sesame-Miso Chicken Salad image

There's always room for another chicken salad recipe, especially if the assembly is quick. This one calls for a whole cooked chicken, which you can roast or boil gently several hours ahead or up to 2 days in advance. (Some may choose to buy a precooked rotisserie chicken, but it can sometimes be hard to find one that is seasoned or cooked properly. If you can find a good one, go for it.) The creamy miso dressing can also be used to dress a green salad, or to replace mayonnaise on a sandwich. It also makes a great dip for vegetables.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories dinner, lunch, weekday, poultry, salads and dressings, main course, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Asian sesame paste or tahini
4 tablespoons white (shiro) miso
3 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon mirin, sake or sherry
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon roasted sesame oil
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Salt and pepper
Small pinch of cayenne (optional)
1 (3-pound) chicken, cooked
2 heads small organic iceberg, Little Gems or romaine hearts
2 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1/8-inch thick, lightly salted
3 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions or chives
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
1 teaspoon toasted black sesame seeds, for garnish

Steps:

Put sesame paste, miso, vinegar, mirin, ginger, sugar and lemon zest in a small mixing bowl. Whisk together until well combined. Whisk in sesame and vegetable oils. Check seasoning and adjust with salt, pepper and cayenne, if using. You should have about 2/3 cup dressing. If it seems too thick, thin with a tablespoon or 2 of water.
Remove skin from chicken and pull all the meat from the carcass. With fingers or a knife, shred all the chicken meat into 1-inch strips and put in a medium mixing bowl. (Refrigerate or freeze any remaining skin, fat, bones and cartilage for making broth.) You should have about 4 cups shredded chicken.
Separate the lettuce leaves and arrange on a large platter, leaving space for the chicken at the center, then scatter with cucumber slices.
Gently toss the shredded chicken with salt and pepper. Pour all but a few tablespoons of dressing over the chicken and gently toss to coat. Transfer dressed chicken to center of platter and nap with remaining dressing. Sprinkle scallions and sesame seeds on top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 529, UnsaturatedFat 26 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1295 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

For the best flavor, use high-quality sesame oil and white miso paste. If you can't find white miso, you can substitute red miso, but it will have a stronger flavor.
If you don't have any mirin, you can substitute dry sherry or white wine. However, mirin will give the dressing a more authentic flavor.
Feel free to adjust the amount of ginger and garlic in the dressing to your taste. If you like a spicier dressing, add more ginger and garlic. If you prefer a milder flavor, use less.
The salad is best served immediately after it is made. However, it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
If you are making the salad ahead of time, cook the chicken and quinoa separately and store them in the refrigerator until you are ready to assemble the salad. This will prevent the salad from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

This sesame miso chicken salad is a healthy and delicious meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and it is also low in calories and carbohydrates. The dressing is flavorful and tangy, and it perfectly complements the chicken, quinoa, and vegetables. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy chicken salad, this recipe is definitely worth trying.