Now that it is finally spring, we’re eating a lot of salads! I recently posted my new favorite salad dressing recipe that is an imitation of the ginger dressing at a local Japanese restaurant and this is the salad that I usually eat with it…
The ginger dressing alone brings an incredible amount of flavor to this salad. The fermented beats, raisins, and sunflower seeds add other great flavors and textures for a filling and very satisfying salad.
I’d recommend the dressing on any salad, even if you don’t like any of the ingredients in this particular salad variation. I love making this salad ahead of time for lunches by putting the meat, dressing, and nuts on the bottom of a quart size mason jar and adding the other ingredients on top. Storing with an airtight lid will keep it good for several days in the fridge so it is ready whenever you need a fast lunch.
It isn’t fancy, but it is a very colorful and flavorful meal and even my kids enjoy it.
Asian Color Burst Salad Recipe
Prep
Total
Yield 1 salad
A colorful and simple salad that is refreshing and filling for a healthy meal!
Ingredients
- 4 cups salad greens
- ¼ cup toasted sunflower seeds
- 2 TBSP raisins
- 4 oz pre-cooked meat of choice
- ¼ cup fermented beets or make your own
- ¼ cup grated carrots
- 2 TBSP Asian Coconut Ginger Vinaigrette
Instructions
- Place salad greens on a large plate and top with sunflower seeds, raisins, chopped meat, fermented beets, carrots, and dressing.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Salads are a great way to use up small amounts of leftover meat!
Courses Salad
Cuisine Asian
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 salad
Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
Calories 468 | ||
% Daily Value | ||
Total Fat 20.5 g | 32% | |
Saturated Fat 4.5 g | 23% | |
Cholesterol 14 mg | 5% | |
Sodium 567 mg | 24% | |
Total Carbohydrates 65.2 g | 22% | |
Dietary Fiber 8.9 g | 36% | |
Sugars 27.3 g | ||
Protein 13.7 g | 27% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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