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.

Imperial Jade Salad (帝王玉翠沙拉)

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

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, sugar snap peas, edamame, red bell pepper, carrot, almonds, cilantro, and green onions.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic to make the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  4. 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