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Salad with Asian Dressing (High Protein)

Salad with Asian Dressing (High Protein)

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Elevate your meal game with this vibrant Salad with Asian Dressing (High Protein)—a delightful fusion of crunchy vegetables and protein-rich ingredients. Perfect for a quick lunch or as part of your meal prep, this salad combines the nutritious benefits of quinoa and edamame with a colorful array of fresh produce. The dressing—crafted from tamari, rice vinegar, and sesame oil—adds a burst of flavor that beautifully ties all the elements together. Enjoy it as a satisfying main dish or as a refreshing side; this salad is versatile enough to suit any meal occasion while keeping it healthy and budget-friendly.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup tamari
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cups chopped cucumber
  • 2 cups chopped celery
  • 2 cups sweet green peas
  • 2 cups shelled edamame
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup chopped scallion
  • 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
  • Fresh lime juice (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together tamari, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and toasted sesame oil in a medium bowl until smooth.
  2. For meal prep jars: Divide one-fourth of the dressing into each of the four mason jars. Layer each jar with ½ cup chopped cucumber, ½ cup chopped celery, ½ cup sweet green peas, ½ cup shelled edamame, ½ cup cooked quinoa, ½ cup baby spinach, 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons chopped scallion, and 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds. Seal jars and refrigerate for up to four days.
  3. For a large bowl option: Transfer all prepared ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Pour in the dressing and toss gently until everything is coated evenly.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar (about 400g)
  • Calories: 440
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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