Description
A vibrant Mixed Green Salad with a fragrant Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette that elevates every bite with fresh greens and crunchy vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- Mixed Greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, romaine)
- Carrots, julienned
- Cucumber, sliced
- Red Bell Pepper, sliced
- Sesame Seeds
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by placing the mixed greens, carrots, cucumber, and red bell pepper into a large mixing bowl. Toss them gently with your hands to create a colorful medley.
- In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and honey (if using) until you achieve a smooth consistency.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, ensuring that every ingredient gets coated beautifully. Gently toss the salad again to mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as you like. For a final touch, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for an added crunch.
- Serve the salad immediately for the utmost freshness.
Notes
Make the vinaigrette a day in advance for convenience. Enjoy the salad at room temperature for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, mixed greens, healthy vinaigrette, sesame, vegetarian, quick meal