Asian Sesame Salad

Name: Asian Sesame Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups shredded napa cabbage or romaine; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1/2 cup edamame, shelled; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted; 3 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon honey; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Asian Sesame Salad

Story updated September 18, 2026

Sesame-dressed salads draw on East Asian flavors like sesame oil and soy, but this style of salad is largely an American restaurant creation from the late 20th century rather than a dish found traditionally in any single Asian country.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

5 cups shredded napa cabbage or romaine
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup edamame, shelled
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
3 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

1Combine the shredded cabbage, carrots, edamame, and green onions in a large bowl.
2In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey until well blended.
3Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat.
4Top with the toasted almonds and sesame seeds.
5Serve right away for the best crunch, or chill briefly if you prefer it cold.

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