Asian Style Salad

Bright, vibrant, and brimming with bold flavors, this Asian Style Salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Packed with crisp mixed greens, crunchy red bell peppers, carrots, and cucumbers, along with the satisfying bite of edamame and shredded purple cabbage, this colorful dish offers a delightful medley of textures. Toasted sesame seeds and roasted peanuts lend an irresistible nuttiness, while a zesty homemade dressing of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of honey ties it all together with savory-sweet perfection. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free salad is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or even a refreshing dinner option. Whether you're seeking a wholesome recipe for meal prep or a crowd-pleaser for your next gathering, this Asian-inspired salad is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 1 cup Edamame
• 1 cup Shredded purple cabbage
• 0.5 cup Chopped cilantro
• 0.5 cup Roasted peanuts
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 clove Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Grated ginger

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Julienne the red bell pepper and carrot. Thinly slice the cucumber and green onions. Add these vegetables to the bowl with the salad greens.

Step 3

Cook the edamame according to package instructions, then let it cool. Add the cooled edamame to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Add the shredded purple cabbage and chopped cilantro to the bowl.

Step 5

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds for about 2 minutes until they are lightly golden and aromatic. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Step 6

For the dressing, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and roasted peanuts over the top of the salad.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, flavorful Asian-style salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1010.3 grams (1010.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1136

Total Fat 75.90g	97%
Saturated Fat 12.10g	61%
Polyunsaturated Fat 26.00g
Cholesterol 3mg	1%
Sodium 2143mg	93%
Total Carbohydrate 79.90g	29%
Dietary Fiber 27.10g	97%
Total Sugars 38.60g
Protein 53.80g	108%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 348mg	27%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 2866mg	61%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.1%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 26.2%