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Crunchy Asian Salad

Crunchy Asian Salad: Fresh, Flavorful, and Totally Addictive

This Crunchy Asian Salad is a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick meal or as a crowd-pleasing side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Green Cabbage Shredded
  • 2 cups Red Cabbage Shredded
  • 1 cup Carrots Grated
  • 1 cup Snap Peas Trimmed and sliced
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Sliced
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Substitute tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Can use apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Or olive oil for lighter option
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Use maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Ginger
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mandoline
  • Grater
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Salad spinner

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash all the fresh vegetables under cool running water and pat dry.
  2. Shred both green and red cabbage into thin strips and transfer to a mixing bowl.
  3. Grate the carrots and add them to the bowl with cabbage.
  4. Trim and slice the snap peas in half lengthwise, then add to the bowl.
  5. Thinly slice the bell pepper into strips and add to the bowl.
  6. Finely chop the green onions and cilantro, then mix them into the vegetables.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sriracha.
  8. Pour the dressing over the bowl of vegetables and gently toss to combine.
  9. Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  10. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced almonds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Keep dressing separate until serving for freshness.

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