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Salad with Asian Dressing – Fresh, Crunchy, and Bursting with Flavor

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A crisp, refreshing salad loaded with colorful veggies and tossed in a sweet-savory homemade Asian dressing. Great as a side or light meal, and easily customizable.

Ingredients

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Salad:

3 cups shredded napa or green cabbage

1 cup shredded carrots

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

1 small cucumber, halved and sliced

23 scallions, sliced

¼ cup chopped cilantro or mixed herbs

¼ cup toasted almonds or peanuts

1 tbsp sesame seeds

Dressing:

3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)

2 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

1 tsp lime juice

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

Optional: chili flakes or sriracha

Instructions

  1. Prep all salad vegetables and place in a large bowl.

  2. Toast nuts and sesame seeds in a dry pan until golden.

  3. Whisk or shake all dressing ingredients together.

  4. Toss salad with dressing just before serving.

  5. Top with toasted nuts and sesame seeds. Serve fresh.

Notes

For a meal-size salad, add grilled chicken, tofu, or noodles. Keep dressing separate for meal prep.