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Asian Salad

A vibrant and crunchy Asian salad featuring shredded cabbage, a variety of colorful veggies, and a zesty sesame dressing that's perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salad
  • 4 cups shredded cabbage (Napa or green) Use whichever you prefer.
  • 2 medium carrots, cut into matchsticks No need to be precise.
  • 1 medium bell pepper, sliced Any color for sweetness.
  • 1 cup edamame, shelled (optional) Add for a heartier salad.
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro Add for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions For a zing of flavor.
  • 1 cup crispy wonton strips or roasted peanuts Add at the end for crunch.
For the dressing
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil Key ingredient for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar For acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Can use gluten-free soy sauce if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Add for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger Optional, for extra flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, add shredded cabbage as the base.
  2. Add matchstick carrots, sliced bell pepper, edamame, chopped cilantro, and green onions.
  3. Toss the ingredients gently to combine.
  4. Don't add crispy toppings yet to keep them crunchy.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
  2. Taste the dressing and adjust vinegar or sweetener as desired.
Combining the Salad
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving.
  2. Toss well to coat all vegetables.
  3. Add crispy wonton strips or peanuts on top and serve.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead. Just chop veggies and store them together. Keep crispy toppings and dressing separate until serving to maintain crunch. Experiment with other veggies or proteins like chicken or tofu for variations.