Description

This Salad with Asian Dressing is a fresh, vibrant, and easy-to-make dish that combines crisp vegetables with a zesty, natural dressing inspired by bold Asian flavors. Perfect for a quick lunch, a healthy dinner side, or a light yet satisfying meal, it delivers a balance of crunchy texture and tangy taste that brightens your plate and your day.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

2 cups fresh cabbage, thinly sliced
1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Dressing Ingredients

3 tablespoons soy sauce (natural, gluten-free)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey (natural)
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon natural chili flakes

Instructions

Prepare the Vegetables: Start by thinly slicing the cabbage, carrots, and red bell pepper. Use a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer for even, bite-sized pieces. Chop the cilantro and green onions finely and set all veggies aside in a large mixing bowl.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce (natural, gluten-free), apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, honey (natural), grated fresh ginger, and a pinch of natural chili flakes until fully combined. This mixture creates a zesty, well-balanced dressing that will coat the salad perfectly.
Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss everything together until the veggies are evenly coated. Use tongs or salad servers to combine without bruising the delicate ingredients.
Add Final Touches: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for extra texture and nutty flavor. Give it one last gentle toss just to distribute the seeds and bring it all together before serving.

Notes

Use the freshest vegetables available for the best crunch and flavor impact.
Letting the salad rest in the fridge for 10-15 minutes helps the flavors meld beautifully.
Chop and store the veggies separately in airtight containers for super quick assembly later.
Make extra dressing and keep it in the fridge to quickly refresh this salad or other dishes.
If you prefer a thicker dressing, whisk in a touch of natural gelling agent dissolved in warm water.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 120
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Asian salad, healthy salad, gluten-free salad, quick salad, vegan salad, fresh vegetables, sesame dressing