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Cashew Crunch Salad with Sesame Dressing

Crispy Cashew Crunch Salad with Creamy Sesame Dressing

This Cashew Crunch Salad with Sesame Dressing features vibrant colors, crunchy vegetables, and roasted cashews, all wrapped in a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups green cabbage finely chopped
  • 1 large carrot julienned
  • 1 cup shelled edamame boiled for 3-5 minutes
  • 2 cups chow mein noodles
  • 1 cup roasted cashews substitute with Thai chili cashews for spiciness
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup toasted sesame oil
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or mayo substitute with dairy-free option for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar substitute with honey or agave for different flavor

Equipment

  • medium-sized jar
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized jar, combine toasted sesame oil, Greek yogurt (or mayo), rice vinegar, and sugar. Shake vigorously until well-blended and creamy.
  2. Finely chop green cabbage and julienne the carrot. Boil the edamame for 3-5 minutes, then drain. In a large bowl, add cabbage, carrots, and edamame.
  3. Add chow mein noodles and roasted cashews to the bowl. Toss everything together gently.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss again to coat. Serve immediately for the best crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and dress the salad just before serving to maintain crunch.

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