Salad with Asian Dressing (High Protein): A Nutritious and Flavorful Recipe
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A nutritious and flavorful salad packed with high protein ingredients and a delicious Asian dressing.
Author: Jenna
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1 x
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Asian
Diet: Vegetarian
2 cups mixed greens
1 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 cup edamame, shelled
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cooked quinoa, edamame, shredded carrots, sliced almonds, and green onions.
In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce , rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
Feel free to add other protein sources like grilled chicken or tofu.
This salad can be made ahead of time; just keep the dressing separate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 0mg