Garden Salad with an Asian Touch

Elevate your healthy eating game with this vibrant and refreshing "Garden Salad with an Asian Touch." Packed with crisp mixed greens, crunchy cucumbers, sweet julienned carrots, and a burst of color from red bell peppers, this salad is an effortless yet gourmet addition to any meal. Fresh cilantro, green onions, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds add layers of bold flavor, while the tangy-sweet sesame-ginger dressing ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes and featuring wholesome ingredients like soy sauce, rice vinegar, and lime juice, this nutrient-rich dish is perfect as a light lunch, side salad, or appetizer. With vegan-friendly substitutions and no cooking required, it’s a versatile masterpiece that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, and lettuce)
• 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 large Carrot, julienned or shredded
• 0.5 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
• 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Grated fresh ginger
• 1 clove Minced garlic

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Add the sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions to the bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), lime juice, grated ginger, and minced garlic to make the dressing.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top as a garnish.

Step 6

Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	822.1 grams (822.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	422

Total Fat 18.80g	24%
Saturated Fat 2.60g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1313mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 59.00g	21%
Dietary Fiber 12.40g	44%
Total Sugars 33.00g
Protein 12.70g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 338mg	26%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1857mg	40%

*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: 37.1%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 51.8%