Easy Veggie Salad with Asian Dressing
Bright, flavorful, and ready in just 15 minutes, this Easy Veggie Salad with Asian Dressing is the ultimate fresh and healthy side dish. Packed with vibrant veggies like crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy red bell peppers, and shredded carrots, this salad bursts with color and nutrition in every bite. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of honey, every forkful is perfectly balanced between tangy, savory, and slightly sweet. Fresh ginger and garlic elevate the flavors, while toasted sesame seeds and optional crushed peanuts provide a delightful crunch. Perfect for busy weeknights, light lunches, or pairing with your favorite Asian-inspired mains, this salad is a delicious way to enjoy a medley of crisp, fresh vegetables.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 large Carrot
- 1 cup Red cabbage
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 0.25 cup Cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 0.25 cup Crushed peanuts (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and add to the bowl.
Peel the cucumber (optional) and slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add it to the salad.
Shred the carrot using a grater or julienne peeler and toss it in with the veggies.
Thinly slice the red cabbage and green onions, then mix them into the salad bowl.
Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and sprinkle them over the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and toasted sesame seeds to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to coat the vegetables evenly.
If desired, sprinkle crushed peanuts on top for added crunch and garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, zesty veggie salad with Asian dressing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.7 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 331 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 565 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
