Dense Bean Salad
This dense bean salad is inspired by the viral recipe that makes healthy eating convenient and crave-worthy. Jump on the trend with our Asian-inspired twist!
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Servings: 3
Calories: 97kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 1 15-oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 2 cups red cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 3 green onions, chopped
- Roasted peanuts
For the dressing:
- 2 tbsp white miso
- 1 tbsp tamari
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
Instructions
- Add all the salad ingredients to a large bowl.
- Whisk all the dressing ingredients until well combined.
- Pour in the dressing and toss gently until all the ingredients are well coated.
- Serve with roasted peanuts, sesame seeds, and green onions on top. Enjoy!
Notes
- This Asian bean salad is ready to eat right away, but letting it sit for at least 30 minutes in the fridge brings out more flavor.
- Load up this delicious miso sesame dense bean salad with extras like navy beans, English cucumbers, jalapenos, and cilantro. The Asian-style dressing also pairs well with tasty and healthy add-ins like ginger and garlic.
- This dense bean salad is satisfying on its own, but you can enjoy it in so many ways! Try it as a quinoa bowl topper, in lettuce cups, wrapped in a tortilla, or as a side to grilled fish, to name a few.
Nutrition
Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 1009mg | Potassium: 327mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5505IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 2mg