Description
Packed with crisp veggies and crispy dumplings, this Viral Crispy Dumpling Salad is drizzled with a flavorful, salty dressing that ties everything together. Perfect for a quick high-protein meal, a vibrant appetizer, or a healthy snack. Whip it up in just 15 minutes for a satisfying meal!
Ingredients
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- For the Dressing:
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, mashed
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger (or substitute 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili crisp or salsa macha
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
- For the Salad:
- 3 cups napa cabbage, finely chopped
- 2 Persian cucumbers, finely diced
- ¼ cup purple onion, finely sliced
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- ¾ cup baby tomatoes, halved
- ⅓ cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 16 frozen dumplings
Instructions
- Prepare the dumplings: Pan-fry the frozen dumplings according to the package instructions and set them aside.
- Make the dressing: In a bowl, combine the soy sauce (or coconut aminos), rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, sesame seeds, coconut sugar, chili crisp, green onions, and cilantro. Whisk until fully combined. If the dressing is too thick, add 2-3 tablespoons of water to reach your desired consistency.
- Prepare the salad: Wash and chop the napa cabbage, Persian cucumbers, purple onion, green onions, cilantro, and baby tomatoes. Add them to a large bowl.
- Assemble the salad: Add the fried dumplings to the top of the salad. Pour the dressing over the salad and dumplings, then toss to coat evenly.
- Finish and serve: Garnish with chopped roasted peanuts, then serve and enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier dressing, increase the chili crisp or salsa macha to taste.
- For a vegan version, swap the dumplings for a plant-based alternative.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge, but the dumplings are best served fresh.
- Feel free to add other veggies like shredded carrots or bell peppers for extra crunch and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg