Best 4 Crunchy Asian Sesame Salad Recipes

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Sesame seeds have been a key component of Asian cuisine for decades. They are valued for their delicate yet nutty flavor, and they add a pleasant crunch to various dishes. The crunchy Asian sesame salad blends the flavors of sesame seeds, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger to create a tantalizing dish. It is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more. This article will provide you with the ultimate recipe for making a crunchy Asian sesame salad, along with helpful tips and tricks to ensure it turns out perfectly every time.

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CRUNCHY ROMAINE SALAD WITH SWEET SESAME VINAIGRETTE



Crunchy Romaine Salad with Sweet Sesame Vinaigrette image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup mandarin syrup, from canned mandarin oranges in light syrup
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons white sesame seeds, toasted
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon instant ramen seasoning
One .3-ounce package instant ramen noodles
1 cup sliced almonds
2 romaine hearts, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups broccoli florets, blanched
1 cup shredded carrots
One 10.5-ounce can mandarin oranges in light syrup, drained and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
5 scallions, sliced (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • For the vinaigrette: Combine the mandarin syrup, vinegar, canola oil, sesame oil, sesame seeds, ginger and ramen seasoning in a jar. Cover tightly with a lid and shake until emulsified. Hold in the refrigerator. Shake again before using.
  • For the salad: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. On a baking sheet, break up the ramen noodles into small pieces with your hands. Add the almonds and shake the pan to spread everything in an even layer. Bake until the ramen and almonds are a deep golden brown, 12 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • In a large bowl combine the romaine, broccoli, carrots, oranges and scallions. Toss with enough vinaigrette to lightly coat. Top the salad with the toasted ramen and almonds. Serve immediately.

CRUNCHY ASIAN SALAD



Crunchy Asian Salad image

Dig in to our Crunchy Asian Salad recipe. This sweet and tangy Asian-style salad gets its crunch from the ramen noodles.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 env. (0.7 oz.) GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix
1/2 cup sugar
2 Tbsp. lite soy sauce
2 pkg. (3 oz. each) ramen noodle soup mix
2 pkg. (16 oz. each) coleslaw blend (cabbage slaw mix)
4 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup PLANTERS Dry Roasted Sunflower Kernels
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Prepare dressing mix in small bowl as directed on envelope. Stir in sugar and soy sauce.
  • Break Noodles apart; place in large bowl. Discard Seasoning Packets or reserve for another use. Add coleslaw blend, onions, sunflower kernels and nuts to noodles; mix lightly.
  • Add dressing; toss to evenly coat noodle mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

QUICK AND EASY ASIAN SESAME CUCUMBER SALAD



Quick and Easy Asian Sesame Cucumber Salad image

A chilled sesame salad of spiralized cucumber. It reminds me of the seaweed salad you get at Japanese restaurants, but just cucumbers.

Provided by Carol Castellucci Miller

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 English cucumbers, peeled
1 teaspoon salt, divided, or to taste
2 tablespoons garlic-seasoned rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
ΒΌ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Cut cucumbers into long, thin noodle shapes using a spiralizer set to the thinnest setting.
  • Place cucumber noodles in a fine-mesh strainer set over a bowl. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and toss until combined. Let cucumber stand until moisture is drawn out, about 30 minutes.
  • Whisk rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sugar together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved. Add cucumber; toss gently until coated. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 958.4 mg, Sugar 5 g

CRUNCHY ASIAN SESAME SALAD



Crunchy Asian Sesame Salad image

This salad is great. Light, crunchy and pleasantly nutty. After graduating from college this past May and being home looking for a job I got sick of eating the same things everyday so I threw this together for something lighter. I've included what I use below, but this salad lends itself to be pretty flexible. Would be great with sliced grilled chicken on top or shrimp might be good too, with a little squeeze of lime. One warning: this makes quite a lot of salad so unless you are feeding a crowd I wouldn't put the dressing on all of the salad at once... it won't keep (soggy lettuce, soggy crunchies, etc). A good solution would be to bag up single serving portions in ziplock baggies and then top with dressing and crunchies when ready to serve. You could even put them straight into the bag and shake to mix it up before putting on a plate.

Provided by Steph.K

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
1/2 head cabbage, chopped (regular)
1 romaine lettuce hearts, chopped
1 1/4 cups shredded carrots (pre-shredded from the store for crunch. If unavailable, 3-4 carrots peeled and sliced into matchstic)
1/2 red onion, sliced thin
red bell pepper, sliced into thin matchsticks
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
chinese rice noodles (crunchy, like chow mien but thinner)
slivered almonds
toasted sesame seeds (we get these pretoasted in the store from the chinese food department)
kraft light toasted sesame dressing

Steps:

  • Combine lettuces, cabbage, carrots, peppers and onions with cheese in a large bowl and toss together.
  • When ready to serve, dish up a portion and add rice noodles, nuts and sesame to taste.
  • Top with dressing and enjoy!

Tips:

  • To save time, use store-bought salad dressing or marinade.
  • For a healthier option, make your own salad dressing using olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  • Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu to the salad for a protein boost.
  • Top the salad with chopped peanuts, almonds, or cashews for added crunch.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Crunchy Asian sesame salad is a healthy and refreshing dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is packed with flavor and texture, and it is sure to please everyone at the table. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this salad is a great option for busy weeknights.

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