Ingredients
– 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
– ½ cup sliced carrots
– ¼ cup sliced cucumbers
– ¼ cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
– ¼ cup green onions, chopped
– ¼ cup toasted sesame seeds
– ⅓ cup sesame oil
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (for a vegan option)
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating this amazing Sesame Spinach Salad is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Vegetables: Rinse and thoroughly dry the fresh spinach. Slice the carrots, cucumbers, and red bell pepper thinly. Chop green onions.
2. Combine Vegetables: In a large salad bowl, add the spinach, sliced carrots, cucumbers, red bell pepper, and green onions.
3. Toast the Sesame Seeds: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds for about 3-5 minutes until they start to turn golden brown. Be sure to stir frequently to avoid burning. Remove from heat and let cool.
4. Make the Dressing: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey or maple syrup until well blended.
5. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are coated nicely.
6. Add Toasted Sesame Seeds: Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad and give it a final toss.
7. Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper as needed, adjusting according to your preference.
8. Chill (Optional): If desired, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
9. Serve: Transfer to a serving platter or serve directly from the bowl.
These clear and concise steps make it easy to whip up this delightful salad in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: For a heartier meal, consider adding grilled chicken, tofu, or chickpeas to the salad.