Description
If you’re searching for a vibrant and healthy dish that is both easy to prepare and packed with flavor, look no further than the Quick Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing. This delightful salad combines crunchy jasmine rice with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, all coated in a creamy peanut sesame dressing that elevates every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this salad is not only nourishing but also incredibly versatile—it can serve as a quick lunch, a satisfying side dish, or a make-ahead meal. Enjoy the delightful textures and flavors while knowing you’re serving something nutritious and enjoyable for everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 3 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 medium carrot
- 1/2 cup chopped sugar snap peas
- 2 green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tbsp chili crisp
- 2 tbsp peanut butter or tahini
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp chili crisp
- 1/2 inch piece ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce (or tamari), peanut butter (or tahini), rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, grated ginger, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- If not using day-old rice, cook jasmine rice according to package instructions and allow it to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled rice with cabbage, cucumber, bell pepper, carrot, sugar snap peas, and green onions. Gently toss to mix.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss again. Top with toasted sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg