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Crunch Salad Recipe

Crunch Salad Recipe


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4.9 from 14 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and crunchy salad packed with vibrant colors and flavors. This Asian-inspired salad is loaded with fresh veggies, toasted almonds, crispy chow mein noodles, and a zesty dressing.


Ingredients

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Fresh Veggie Mix:

  • 4 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup sliced cucumbers
  • 1 cup snap peas, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup sliced radishes
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced

Crunchy Toppings:

  • 1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds
  • 1/2 cup crispy chow mein noodles
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds

Dressing:

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Salad: In a large bowl, combine Romaine lettuce, red cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, snap peas, red bell pepper, radishes, and green onions.
  2. Make Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss Salad: Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat vegetables evenly.
  4. Add Crunch: Sprinkle almonds, chow mein noodles, and sesame seeds on top before serving.
  5. Serve: Enjoy the salad immediately.

Notes

  • For added protein, include grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • You can use sunflower seeds or pepitas instead of almonds for a nut-free option.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 360mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg