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    Crunchy Rainbow Salad with Nuts, Crispy Onions & Sesame Dressing

    by Julia Rollin
    | c: 1 min

    Food blogger Lisa Rinaldi shares a colourful, nourishing salad packed with crunchy textures, plant-based protein and wholesome ingredients. 

    Featuring crisp fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, crunchy almonds, crispy fried onions and a simple homemade dressing, this Crunchy Rainbow Salad is anything but ordinary. Perfect for meal prep, BBQs, lunches or as a vibrant side dish, it's ready in just 15 minutes. 

    Crunchy Rainbow Salad with Nuts, Crispy Onions & Sesame Dressing
    Crunchy Rainbow Salad with Nuts, Crispy Onions & Sesame Dressing

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups finely shredded red cabbage
    • 1 cup shelled edamame (cooked and cooled)
    • 1 red bell pepper, diced
    • 2 carrots, diced
    • 1 English cucumber, diced
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1 avocado, diced
    • 1/2 cup Nutterie Crispy Fried Onions
    • 1/3 cup Nutterie Sliced Almonds
    • 2 tbsp Nutterie White Sesame Seeds
    • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
    • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

    • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

    • Optional: add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for extra brightness.

    • total time: 15 min

    products in this recipe

    1. Sliced almonds
      Great In Salads Sliced almonds 1 kg $24.99
    2. Hulled sesame seeds
      Cook It Hulled sesame seeds 1 kg $6.49
    3. Roasted cashews (unsalted)
      Classic Snack Roasted cashews (unsalted) 1 kg $23.49
    4. Pecan medium pieces
      Baker's Favourite Pecan medium pieces 1 kg $23.99
    5. Walnut Halves and Pieces
      Nut Classics Walnut Halves and Pieces 1 kg $19.99
    6. Shelled pumpkin seeds
      Raw Shelled pumpkin seeds 1 kg $11.49
    7. Crispy Fried Onions
      Flavor Boost Crispy Fried Onions 1 kg $21.99

    Instructions

    1. In a large serving bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, edamame, bell pepper, carrots, cucumber, cherry tomatoes and avocado.
    2. Sprinkle the crispy fried onions, sliced almonds and sesame seeds over the salad.
    3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper until smooth.
    4. Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving.
    5. Toss gently and enjoy immediately.

    Tips

    • Add grilled chicken, shrimp or tofu for a complete meal.
    • Keep the dressing separate if preparing ahead.
    • Add the crispy onions just before serving so they stay crunchy.
    • Try swapping the almonds for roasted cashews, pecans or mixed nuts for a different flavour profile.
    • 🥗Make It Your OwnThis rainbow salad is incredibly versatile. Try adding:
    • Roasted cashews, Pecans, Walnuts, Pumpkin seeds, Sunflower seeds, Dried cranberries, Feta cheese, Quinoa... 🥜🌰

    products in this recipe

    1. Sliced almonds
      Great In Salads Sliced almonds 1 kg $24.99
    2. Hulled sesame seeds
      Cook It Hulled sesame seeds 1 kg $6.49
    3. Roasted cashews (unsalted)
      Classic Snack Roasted cashews (unsalted) 1 kg $23.49
    4. Pecan medium pieces
      Baker's Favourite Pecan medium pieces 1 kg $23.99
    5. Walnut Halves and Pieces
      Nut Classics Walnut Halves and Pieces 1 kg $19.99
    6. Shelled pumpkin seeds
      Raw Shelled pumpkin seeds 1 kg $11.49
    7. Crispy Fried Onions
      Flavor Boost Crispy Fried Onions 1 kg $21.99

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