SHIITAKE SALAD WITH SESAME-GINGER VINAIGRETTE

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This salad combines my favorite Asian flavors with crisp, colorful veggies and smoky grilled shiitakes. Mirin for the dressing can be found in the Asian section of well-stocked supermarkets.-Kathi Jones-DelMonte, Rochester, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup mirin (sweet rice wine)
6 tablespoons rice vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce or 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
SALAD:
1/2 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 cups spring mix salad greens
4 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup thinly sliced radishes
1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh carrots
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring mirin to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until slightly thickened. Transfer to a small bowl; cool to room temperature. Whisk in the vinegar, soy sauce, shallot, ginger, lemon juice, chili sauce, pepper and oils; set aside., Place mushrooms in a small bowl; drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Transfer to a grill wok or basket. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently., In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, onions, radishes, carrots and water chestnuts. Add half of vinaigrette; toss to coat. Divide among four plates; top salad with mushrooms. Drizzle with remaining vinaigrette and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 365mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

nonhlanhla masango
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This is the best shiitake salad I've ever had.


Chur Bal
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This salad is a 10/10!


irfan Malik
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I can't wait to make this salad again!


Anne Chui
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper.


CrazyCrypticKid
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Yerstin Melo
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've added all sorts of different vegetables and toppings to it, and it's always delicious.


Fredrick Sibwoga Kombo
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This salad is really easy to make, even for a beginner cook like me.


ibraheem lateef
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I'm not a huge fan of shiitake mushrooms, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing was so good, it made the mushrooms taste amazing.


Krishala Khadka
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. The ingredients are all so fresh and flavorful.


Trinity Lesure
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I wasn't sure about the ginger in the dressing, but it was actually really good. It added a nice little kick.


Pramod Yadav
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This salad is so healthy and delicious. I feel great about eating it.


Mike Bukasa
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


IRSHAD Raj IRSHAD
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover shiitake mushrooms.


Tadana Tsingano
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I love the way the sesame seeds add a little crunch to the salad.


abdullah waleed
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The dressing for this salad is amazing! I could drink it straight from the bottle.


Atakpu Imevbore
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I've made this salad twice now, and it's become a favorite. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Asim Baba
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This shiitake salad was a real treat! The combination of flavors in the dressing was perfect, and the salad was so refreshing and flavorful.