Description
A high-protein salad with Asian dressing that is fresh, flavorful, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup edamame
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced (optional)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, quinoa, edamame, carrots, cilantro, and green onions.
- Add sliced chicken if using.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, and garlic.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Replace honey with maple syrup for a vegan version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 45mg