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Asian Greens with Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette

Asian greens salad with shredded red cabbage, bok choy, green onions, and sesame seeds, served on a ceramic plate.

Combine your favorite mix of Asian greens in this flavorful salad.

Ingredients

For the Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp water

For the Salad:

  • Mixed Asian greens (Shredded bok choy or red cabbage)
  • Sliced green onion
  • Julienned shiso leaves (optional)
  • 2–3 tbsp sesame seeds (plus more for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the soy sauce, olive oil, rice wine vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, grated garlic, grated ginger, salt, and water until fully mixed.
  2.  In a separate bowl, combine a mix of Asian greens, such as shredded bok choy or red cabbage, with sliced green onions. For a fresh herbal note, add julienned shiso leaves.
  3. Toss the greens with the dressing, then sprinkle with sesame seeds. Garnish with extra seeds if desired.