Ginger Chicken and Sesame Cabbage Slaw
Tender grilled chicken breast served over a crisp cabbage, cucumber, and carrot slaw with a zesty ginger-sesame dressing. This satisfying dinner is soy-free, protein-packed, and perfectly light yet filling.
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Reshma + Lila
Reshma created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk together the sesame oil
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Whisk together the sesame oil
In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, fresh lime juice, grated ginger, raw honey, and salt until completely emulsified to create the dressing.
Look for: completely emulsified to create the dressing
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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat…
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat (350°F / 175°C) and lightly brush with sesame oil. Cook the chicken breast for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until a thermometer registers an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Set aside on a cutting board to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
Look for: a thermometer registers an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
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Toss together the shredded green cabbage
In a large mixing bowl, toss together the shredded green cabbage, shredded purple cabbage, sliced cucumber, and grated carrot.
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Pour the ginger-sesame dressing over the vegetable…
Pour the ginger-sesame dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly to coat.
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Transfer the dressed slaw to a serving…
Transfer the dressed slaw to a serving plate, top with the sliced chicken breast, and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped fresh cilantro.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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