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Cashew Crunch Salad with Sesame Dressing

A vibrant salad packed with crunchy vegetables, nutty cashews, and a luscious sesame dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 head green cabbage Finely shredded.
  • 1/2 head purple cabbage Finely shredded.
  • 2 cups carrots Matchstick-cut or shredded.
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro Chopped.
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onion Adds freshness.
  • 2 cups cooked edamame For protein.
  • 1-2 cups roasted cashews For crunch.
  • 2 cups crunchy chow mein noodles Optional but recommended.
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Can use any other oil.
  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar For acidity and balance.
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil Very important for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar To enhance the dressing's sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon salt To taste.
  • a few shakes garlic powder For depth of flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or mayo Optional, changes dressing to creamy.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Dressing: Start by shaking all the dressing ingredients in a jar until smooth and well combined. If using Greek yogurt or mayo, add it now and shake again until fully incorporated.
  2. Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss together all the salad ingredients including the finely shredded cabbages, carrots, cilantro, sliced green onions, cooked edamame, roasted cashews, and chow mein noodles if using.
  3. Dress Your Salad: Drizzle the prepared sesame dressing over the salad mixture generously.
  4. Toss and Serve: Gently toss everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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