Fresh Vegetable Salad with Homemade Sesame Seed Dressing
Crisp Salad with Flavorful Homemade Sesame Dressing Recipe
Here’s a refreshing salad paired with an easy-to-make, nutty sesame seed dressing. This versatile dressing works wonderfully as a fusion sauce for dishes like Vietnamese pho, bibim guksu (spicy Korean noodles), and of course, vegetable salads. It’s simple to prepare and tastes fantastic, so we highly recommend it! Let’s get started making this delicious salad and homemade sesame dressing.
Salad Ingredients- 4 leaves Cabbage
- 2 leaves Red Cabbage
- A little shredded Carrot
- 4 pieces imitation Crab sticks (like Kracie)
Homemade Sesame Dressing- 2 Tbsp Sesame seeds
- 4 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce (regular)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp Sesame seeds
- 4 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce (regular)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp Lemon juice
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the vegetables for the salad. Wash the cabbage thoroughly and pat it dry. Then, shred it thinly and evenly. The thinner you shred it, the more tender the texture will be.
Step 2
Next, thinly shred the vibrant red cabbage. Using both green and red cabbage adds a beautiful color to your salad.
Step 3
Peel and shred the carrot thinly. Carrot adds a satisfying crunch and a touch of sweetness. Feel free to add other vegetables you enjoy, such as cucumber, bell peppers, or broccoli, to enhance your salad. Incorporating a variety of vegetables will make your salad more nutritious and visually appealing.
Step 4
Cut the imitation crab sticks into bite-sized pieces, or shred them lengthwise. You can also cut them into triangles for a visually appealing presentation. Adding crab sticks makes the salad heartier and more delicious.
Step 5
Place all the shredded vegetables in a bowl of cold water for about 10 minutes to crisp them up. Afterward, rinse them under running water two or three times and drain thoroughly. It’s crucial to remove as much water as possible; excess water will dilute the dressing and affect the flavor. Let them drain well in a colander.
Step 6
Now, let’s make the homemade sesame dressing that will elevate your salad. While many good sesame dressings are available commercially, making it yourself ensures freshness and health benefits. It’s especially convenient for making small batches if you don’t use it often. The ingredients are simple: 2 tablespoons of roasted sesame seeds, 4 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice for a touch of brightness. You can create a truly delicious dressing with just these few items.
Step 7
Since the amount of sesame seeds is small, grinding them finely in a small grinder or mortar and pestle will release their wonderful aroma. If you plan to make a larger batch of dressing, you can use a food processor or simply scale up all the ingredients proportionally.
Step 8
Combine the ground sesame seeds with the mayonnaise, soy sauce, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Whisk or stir everything together until smooth and well combined. Ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated for the best flavor.
Step 9
And there you have it! Your fresh vegetable salad with delicious homemade sesame dressing is complete. Serve it generously and enjoy your healthy and tasty meal.
