Water Chestnut Salad With Asian Dressing Receita

This vibrant Water Chestnut Salad is a culinary revelation! Inspired by a customer favorite, this recipe boasts a quick prep time and a flavor explosion thanks to a homemade Asian dressing. Crunchy water chestnuts, fresh vegetables, and a tangy-sweet sauce combine for a refreshing and satisfying salad perfect for a light lunch, a side dish, or a healthy weeknight meal. Easily customizable with protein like chicken, beef, tofu, or seitan!

Preparo 15 min

Cozimento 20 min

Calorias 276.3 kcal

Proteína 22g

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Water Chestnut Salad With Asian Dressing

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Ingredientes para Water Chestnut Salad With Asian Dressing

1 cup chopped water chestnuts
Green Bell Pepper
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
Celery
Red Cabbage
2 cloves garlic, minced
Minced Ginger
Rice Vinegar
Tamari Soy Sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 tablespoons water

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Como fazer Water Chestnut Salad With Asian Dressing

**Make the Dressing:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce), 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, and 2 tablespoons water. Set aside.
**Prep the Vegetables:** Chop 1 cup water chestnuts, 1/2 cup shredded carrots, 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, 1/2 cup chopped cucumber, and 1/4 cup chopped green onions.
**Combine:** In a large bowl, gently combine the prepared vegetables.
**Dress & Chill:** Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld (optional).
**Add Protein (Optional):** For a heartier salad, add 1 cup cooked and cubed chicken, beef, seitan, or tofu before tossing with the dressing.
**Serve:** Enjoy your refreshing Water Chestnut Salad! Garnish with extra sesame seeds or chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

159 g

Sugar

116g

Fat

Carbs

16g

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Starters Appetizers & Snacks Salads Lunch Main Dish / Dinner Sweets & Sides Side Dishes Vegetarian Proteins Asian Chinese Thai American Healthy Vegetarian Vegan

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Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Water Chestnut Salad With Asian Dressing?

Water Chestnut Salad With Asian Dressing leva cerca de 35 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 15 minutos de preparo e 20 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Water Chestnut Salad With Asian Dressing?

Water Chestnut Salad With Asian Dressing tem aproximadamente 276.3 calorias por porção, com cerca de 22 g de proteína, 16 g de carboidratos e 9 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Water Chestnut Salad With Asian Dressing?

Os principais ingredientes de Water Chestnut Salad With Asian Dressing são Water Chestnuts, Green Bell Pepper, Red Bell Pepper, Celery, Red Cabbage, Garlic. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.