Description
This Asian Chopped Salad is a vibrant, crunchy dish that bursts with flavor and freshness, making it the perfect addition to any meal. With a delightful mix of colorful vegetables, toasted cashews, and a homemade Asian dressing, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Serve it as a main course or alongside grilled chicken or stir-fried dishes for a well-rounded meal. Enjoy the satisfying crunch and refreshing flavors of this nutritious salad!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups white cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 3 cups red cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (cut into thin strips)
- 1 medium carrot (julienne)
- 1 cup sugar snap peas (chopped)
- 3 green onions (chopped)
- 1 tbsp cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup cashews (toasted and chopped)
- 1/2 cup crispy chow mein noodles (or wontons)
- 4 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tsp fresh ginger (peeled and grated)
- 1 tsp salt (or added to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper (or added to taste)
Instructions
- Roast cashews in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown; cool and chop.
- Wash and thinly slice white cabbage, red cabbage, red bell pepper, julienne carrot, and chop sugar snap peas, green onions, and cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine all vegetables; top with roasted cashews and sesame seeds.
- For the dressing, combine sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, lime juice, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper in a jar; shake well.
- Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg