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Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing

Revive Your Meals with Crispy Rice Salad and Peanut Sesame Dressing

Discover the delightful balance of crunchy textures and savory goodness in this Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice day-old rice is best
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil heated until shimmering
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce/Tamari use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Crisp adjust to spice preference
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage finely shredded
  • 1 cup Green Cabbage finely shredded
  • 1 medium Cucumber remove seeds for less moisture
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper can be replaced with sliced radishes
  • 1 medium Carrot julienned or grated
  • 1 cup Sugar Snap Peas any fresh pea pod works
  • 3 scallions Green Onions chives can substitute
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Peanut Butter/Tahini tahini is nut-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar apple cider vinegar is an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice can use lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Honey maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds optional for garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven or air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine day-old jasmine rice with sesame oil, soy sauce, and chili crisp. Fluff the rice gently.
  3. Spread the seasoned rice mixture onto a parchment-lined baking tray and cook for 16-18 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Prepare the peanut sesame dressing by whisking together sesame oil, peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, chili crisp, and ginger until smooth.
  5. In a large bowl, combine red and green cabbage, cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, sugar snap peas, and green onions. Add the crispy rice when ready.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Top with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for best results. Dress the salad just before serving for optimal freshness.

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