Asian Side Salad
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5
Asian Side Salad
Description
The salad pairs crisp greens and juicy cherry tomatoes with a dressing that balances the umami of soy sauce and sesame oil with the brightness of rice vinegar and freshness from ginger and garlic. The peanut or neutral oil adds richness and helps meld the flavors. Finely sliced red onion contributes mild sharpness without overpowering the salad.
Sprinkling fried shallots on top adds a crisp texture and savory depth, elevating the overall mouthfeel. This salad is tossed just before serving to maintain freshness and crispness.
Fried shallots can be found ready-made at Asian markets or substituted with chopped nuts for a different crunch. The salad pairs well with a variety of main dishes where a light, flavorful side is desired.
Ingredients
Dressing:
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (light or all purpose, not dark soy)
- 3 tbsp peanut oil (or canola, vegetable or other neutral oil)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (sub cider vinegar)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ginger , minced
- 1 clove garlic , minced
Salad:
- 120 g mixed leafy salad greens 4oz
- 250 g cherry tomatoes halved, 8oz
- 1/2 red onion , finely sliced
- 1/4 cup shallots Note 1, crispy fried
Instructions
- Shake Dressing ingredients in a jar.
- Place Salad ingredients except fried shallots in a bowl. Drizzle with Dressing and toss.
- Sprinkle with fried shallots and served immediately!
Notes
- Crispy fried shallots add crunch and can be found in Asian markets or supermarkets' Asian sections.
- Alternatively, substitute fried shallots with roughly chopped nuts like cashews or almonds.
- This salad is best served immediately after tossing with dressing to maintain crispness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 153cal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 194mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 324mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 3119IU | 62% |
| Vitamin C | 24mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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