Sugar-Free Asian Style Salad

Experience the vibrant flavors of this Sugar-Free Asian Style Salad, a healthy and refreshing take on a classic favorite. Bursting with fresh, crunchy vegetables like mixed greens, julienned carrots, crisp cucumbers, and sliced red bell peppers, this dish is elevated by tender edamame and a sprinkle of toasted sesame and chia seeds for added texture and nutrition. The zesty sugar-free dressing—crafted from sesame oil, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, and hints of fresh ginger and garlic—ties everything together with irresistible umami and tangy undertones. Perfect as a light lunch or a flavorful side dish, this 15-minute recipe is not only quick and easy but also packed with nutrients, making it ideal for clean eating enthusiasts. Savor a guilt-free bowl of wholesome goodness today!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 large carrot
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 cup edamame
• 2 stalks green onion
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons lime juice

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables: thinly slice the red bell pepper, julienne the carrot, and chop the cucumber into half-moon slices.

Step 2

Cook the edamame according to package instructions, usually by boiling for about 5 minutes, then draining and cooling.

Step 3

Thinly slice the green onions, including the green part for garnish.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, red bell pepper slices, carrot juliennes, cucumber slices, cooked edamame, and sliced green onions.

Step 5

Prepare the sugar-free Asian dressing by whisking together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and lime juice in a small bowl.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chia seeds over the top for added crunch and nutrition.

Step 8

Toss the salad one final time to distribute the seeds, and serve immediately. Enjoy your refreshing, sugar-free Asian style salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(908.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	727.9

Total Fat 47.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.9g
Cholesterol 3.2mg	0%
Sodium 1379.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 31.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 374.5mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2016.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 28.1%