Description
A vibrant salad featuring a mix of greens and a tangy sesame ginger vinaigrette, perfect as a side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine your mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, and sliced red bell pepper. Toss them gently to spread the ingredients evenly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Make sure the mixture emulsifies beautifully, resulting in a luscious dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together thoroughly. Ensure each leaf is coated in that fragrant vinaigrette, allowing every ingredient to shine.
- Just before serving, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for that final touch of nutty flavor and crunch. Enjoy immediately for the best taste!
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the vinaigrette in advance and store it in the fridge for up to a week. Store the salad undressed to prevent wilting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, mixed greens, sesame ginger, healthy, vegetarian