Description
This Miso Crunch Salad combines vibrant flavors and textures with a tangy miso-lime dressing, tender cooked shrimp, crunchy chili-flavored peanuts, and a fresh mix of shredded Tuscan kale and green cabbage. Avocado and fresh herbs add creaminess and brightness for a delightful, nutritious salad perfect for quick lunches or dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing
- 1/3 cup avocado oil
- 1/3 cup lime juice (from 4–6 limes)
- 1/4 cup white miso
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Salad
- 1 lb. cooked shrimp, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 5 cups shredded Tuscan kale
- 5 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup chili-flavored peanuts (or similar)
- 2 avocados, sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Make the dressing: Shake all dressing ingredients in a jar until well combined, or blend them together in a small food processor until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add a little water gradually until it pours smoothly off the spoon.
- Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked, bite-sized shrimp, shredded Tuscan kale, shredded green cabbage, chili-flavored peanuts, sliced avocados, green onions, and chopped cilantro.
- Toss the salad: Pour the prepared miso-lime dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
- Serve and store: Serve immediately for best texture and flavor. Alternatively, keep salad components and dressing separate and assemble individual portions as needed throughout the week for easy meals.
Notes
- The salad can be prepared in advance by storing ingredients and dressing separately to maintain freshness and crunch.
- If preferred, substitute chili-flavored peanuts with another crunchy nut or seed variation.
- Adjust sugar in the dressing to taste for a sweeter or tangier profile.
- Use fresh lime juice to ensure bright flavor and acidity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (shrimp is pre-cooked)
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese Fusion
Keywords: Miso Crunch Salad, shrimp salad, miso dressing, kale salad, crunchy salad, lime dressing, avocado salad, healthy salad
