Wonton Cold Salad

Discover a refreshing twist on classic dumplings with this Wonton Cold Salad, a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s perfect for warm days or as a light appetizer. Delicate, hand-folded wontons filled with a savory mixture of ground chicken or pork are quickly boiled and cooled, then tossed with crisp julienned cucumber, carrot, and aromatic herbs like cilantro and scallions. A tangy sesame-soy dressing infused with a hint of honey and chili oil elevates the dish with bold, zesty flavors, while a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds adds a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this chilled salad combines protein, fresh vegetables, and Asian-inspired seasonings for a perfectly balanced dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 20 pieces wonton wrappers
• 200 grams ground chicken or pork
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 piece cucumber, julienned
• 1 piece carrot, julienned
• 2 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon chili oil
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the filling for the wontons by mixing the ground chicken or pork, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, minced ginger, and minced garlic in a bowl until well combined.

Step 2

Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Add about 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of the wrapper.

Step 3

Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water and fold it diagonally to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal. Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 4

In a large pot, bring 1 cup of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a gentle boil. Cook the wontons in batches for 3-4 minutes or until they float to the top. Remove with a slotted spoon and place them in an ice bath to cool. Drain and set aside.

Step 5

In a small bowl, make the dressing by combining the remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and chili oil. Whisk until smooth.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned cucumber, carrot, scallions, and cilantro.

Step 7

Add the cooled wontons to the salad bowl and pour the dressing over the top. Gently toss to coat everything evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the salad and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(936.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	957.1

Total Fat 39.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 172mg	0%
Sodium 2563.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 56.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 250.6mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1230.6mg	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: 36.7%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 40.2%