Gluten-Free Asian Salad
This vibrant and flavorful Gluten-Free Asian Salad is packed with fresh vegetables, protein-rich edamame, and a tangy sesame ginger dressing. It's a satisfying and healthy lunch option that's quick to prepare.
15 min
Total Time
4
Servings
easy
Difficulty
15 min
Prep Time
0 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
Ingredients
- 1 cup Edamame (shelled)
- 1 cup Shredded carrots
- 1 cup Red cabbage (shredded)
- 1/2 cup Cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 cup Red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce (tamari)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the shelled edamame, shredded carrots, red cabbage, diced cucumber, and red bell pepper.
- 2
Add the sliced green onions and shredded cooked chicken to the bowl.
- 3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, gluten-free soy sauce (tamari), sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- 4
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- 5
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad.
- 6
Serve immediately or chill for later. The flavors meld together even more as it sits.
Tips & Notes
- •For a vegetarian option, replace the chicken with tofu or add more edamame.
- •You can adjust the amount of honey and red pepper flakes to suit your taste preferences.
- •To toast sesame seeds, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown and fragrant.