Asian Chopped Salad

In today’s culinary landscape, salads have evolved beyond simple side dishes to become vibrant, flavor-packed meals that can stand on their own. One such dish that exemplifies this trend is the Colorful Crunchy Asian Chopped Salad. This salad is not only a feast for the eyes, with its vibrant colors and fresh ingredients, but it also delivers a powerhouse of nutrition in every bite. Packed with a variety of textures and flavors, this salad is an excellent choice for those looking to add more plant-based meals to their diets.

Discover the vibrant and nutritious Colorful Crunchy Asian Chopped Salad, a delightful meal that stands out with its fresh ingredients and diverse textures. This salad combines green and purple cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and protein-rich edamame, all tossed in a tangy dressing of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and ginger. Perfect as a main dish or side, it's a simple way to enjoy more vegetables while savoring bold flavors. Refresh your meals with this easy and customizable recipe!

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Ingredients

2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded

1 cup purple cabbage, finely shredded

1 cup carrots, julienned

1 cup cucumber, diced

1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced

1 cup edamame, shelled

1/2 cup green onions, chopped

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1/4 cup peanuts, crushed (optional for garnish)

Dressing:

1/4 cup soy sauce

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

1 teaspoon grated ginger

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

Prepare the Veggies: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, julienned carrots, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, shelled edamame, chopped green onions, and fresh cilantro. Toss well to combine.

Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame seeds until well mixed.

Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the chopped salad. Toss everything together until all vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Chill and Serve: For the best flavors, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 20-30 minutes. Just before serving, give it another toss and garnish with crushed peanuts if desired.

Enjoy! Serve this vibrant salad as a refreshing appetizer or a nutritious main dish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes (including chill time) | Servings: 4-6