Asian Chopped Vegetable Salad Recipe

This vibrant Asian Chopped Vegetable Salad is a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors, perfect as a refreshing side dish or light meal. Inspired by a 1999 Better Homes and Gardens recipe, this salad offers a delicious contrast to rich proteins like grilled kalbi. The crunchy vegetables and zesty dressing create a symphony of textures and tastes in your mouth. Easy to make and even better the next day (though colors may slightly fade), this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 100.4 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Asian Chopped Vegetable Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Asian Chopped Vegetable Salad

  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • Canola Oil
  • Chili Oil
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • Snow Peas
  • Napa Cabbage
  • Red Cabbage
  • 1 cup baby corn (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
  • Red Onion
  • Daikon Radishes
  • Pickled Ginger
  • 2 ounces enoki mushrooms (optional)

How to Make Asian Chopped Vegetable Salad

  1. **Make the Dressing:** In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, and 2 tablespoons sugar. Secure the lid and shake vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. **Blanch Snow Peas:** Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 cup chopped snow peas and blanch for 1 minute. Immediately transfer the snow peas to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain thoroughly.
  3. **Prepare Vegetables:** Chop 1/2 medium head of green cabbage, 1/2 medium head of red cabbage, 1 cup baby corn (cut into 1/2-inch pieces), 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/2 cup thinly sliced daikon radish, and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger.
  4. **Assemble the Salad:** In a large bowl, combine the blanched snow peas, green cabbage, red cabbage, baby corn, red onion, daikon radish, and ginger.
  5. **Dress and Toss:** Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the vegetables evenly.
  6. **Optional Garnish:** Top with 2 ounces of enoki mushrooms (optional). Serve immediately or chill for later. Leftovers will keep well for a couple of days in the refrigerator.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

2g

Carbs

4g