Description
Indulge in a vibrant Salad with Asian Dressing that marries crispy mixed greens and fresh vegetables with a tangy, umami-packed dressing. This delightful dish is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavors that will brighten any meal. Perfect as an appetizer, side, or light main course, this salad is both easy to prepare and customizable, making it a go-to choice for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach and arugula)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Rinse mixed greens under cold water and dry thoroughly.
- Slice red bell pepper, shred carrots, and slice cucumber. Combine all veggies in a large bowl.
- Add mixed greens and green onions to the veggie mix; toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey/maple syrup.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving; toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg