Quick Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing – Alrightwithme
Quick Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing – Alrightwithme is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together fresh vegetables and wholesome ingredients in just under 30 minutes. This salad is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing option at gatherings, making it a versatile addition to your meal repertoire. With its delightful crunch and the nutty richness of the peanut sesame dressing, it’s a hit among both kids and adults alike. Plus, this recipe is easily customizable—swap in your favorite proteins or veggies to suit your taste!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp peanut butter or tahini
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 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
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 3 cups shredded cabbage (mix of green and red)
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium carrot, grated or julienned
- 1/2 cup chopped sugar snap peas
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Toasted sesame seeds, garnish
Instructions
- Whisk together dressing ingredients: sesame oil, peanut butter (or tahini), soy sauce (or tamari), rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, chili crisp, ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Fluff day-old jasmine rice or cook fresh rice until fluffy.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice with cabbage, cucumber, bell pepper, carrot, sugar snap peas, and green onions. Pour the dressing over the top and mix well.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg