Imperial Jade Salad (帝王玉翠沙拉)
帝王玉翠沙拉 (Imperial Jade Salad) is a classic dish from Chinese Imperial Cuisine, known for its vibrant colors and refreshing flavors. This salad is a perfect combination of crisp vegetables and savory dressing, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 head of iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
- 1 cup edamame, shelled
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/3 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, sugar snap peas, edamame, red bell pepper, carrot, almonds, cilantro, and green onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl Whisk
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Imperial Jade Salad as a refreshing side dish with grilled meats or as a light lunch on its own.
Tips & tricks
For added crunch, you can also top the salad with crispy wonton strips before serving.
Cost
$15