Salad with Asian Dressing (High Protein)
Indulge in a refreshing and nutritious Salad with Asian Dressing that serves as the perfect high-protein meal option. Packed with vibrant vegetables and wholesome ingredients, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also visually appealing, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With edamame and quinoa delivering a protein punch, each bite will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. Enjoy it as a standalone dish or pair it with your favorite proteins for a complete meal. This customizable salad is great for meal prep, allowing you to enjoy healthy lunches throughout the week. Brighten up your dining experience with this delightful recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup tamari (or soy sauce, preferably low sodium)
- 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil (or sesame oil)
- 2 cups chopped cucumber (about 1 large)
- 2 cups chopped celery (about 6 ribs)
- 2 cups sweet green peas (frozen, thawed)
- 2 cups shelled edamame (frozen, thawed)
- 2 cups cooked quinoa (2/3 cups dry, cooked)
- 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped scallion
- 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
- Fresh lime juice (to taste)
Instructions
- Make the dressing by whisking together tamari, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and toasted sesame oil in a bowl.
- For meal prep, add one-fourth of the dressing into each jar before layering vegetables and quinoa: ½ cup each of cucumber, celery, green peas, edamame, quinoa, spinach, followed by cilantro, scallion, and sesame seeds.
- For immediate serving, combine all chopped veggies with quinoa and edamame in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and mix well. Add fresh lime juice to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg