Description
This Asian Side Salad is a vibrant and refreshing accompaniment featuring mixed leafy greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, all tossed in a flavorful soy and sesame dressing topped with crispy fried shallots. Perfect for pairing with Asian-inspired meals or as a light, healthy side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (light or all purpose, not dark soy)
- 3 tbsp peanut oil (or canola, vegetable or other neutral oil)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (substitute cider vinegar)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Salad
- 120 g / 4 oz mixed leafy salad greens
- 250 g / 8 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup crispy fried shallots (Note 1)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: Shake all dressing ingredients (soy sauce, peanut oil, rice vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced ginger, and minced garlic) together in a jar until well combined to create a balanced and flavorful dressing.
- Assemble the Salad: Place the mixed leafy greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely sliced red onion in a large bowl. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Add Crispy Shallots and Serve: Sprinkle the crispy fried shallots over the dressed salad just before serving to retain their crunchy texture for a delightful contrast in every bite.
Notes
- Note 1: Crispy fried shallots can be found prepackaged in Asian grocery stores or easily made at home by thinly slicing shallots and frying them until golden and crisp.
- This salad is best served immediately after assembling to preserve the fresh texture and crispness of the ingredients.
- For a vegan version, ensure the fried shallots are prepared without animal products.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Asian salad, side salad, peanut oil dressing, crispy shallots, quick salad, no-cook salad, healthy side dish
