Description
Chopped Asian Salad (Miso Dressing) is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together a delightful mix of fresh vegetables and a creamy miso dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is both refreshing and satisfying, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner. The combination of crunchy cucumbers, carrots, and cabbage with protein-rich edamame, all tossed in a tangy miso dressing, ensures each bite is packed with flavor. Plus, it’s quick to prepare—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Enjoy this colorful salad year-round as a side dish or main course!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Persian cucumbers
- 2 medium carrots
- ⅓ red cabbage
- 1 romaine lettuce (inner leaves only)
- 1 ½ cups edamame beans
- Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- ½ lemon or lime
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp grated ginger
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 tsp water (if needed)
- Optional: 1 tsp honey/maple syrup
Instructions
- Dice cucumbers, carrots, red cabbage, and romaine lettuce into uniform pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with edamame and torn mint leaves.
- In a mason jar or small bowl, whisk together the miso dressing ingredients until smooth. Adjust thickness with water if necessary.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge (keeping dressing separate) for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg