Crispy Gochujang Rice Salad
Elevate your meal prep game with this vibrant Crispy Gochujang Rice Salad, where bold flavors meet wholesome ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this salad combines crispy brown rice, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini-lime dressing for a dish that’s both hearty and refreshing. In just 35 minutes, you can create a nutrient-rich meal that is easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. Packed with the perfect balance of textures and flavors, this salad is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups brown rice (cooked and cooled)
- 2 tsp gochujang
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 cup peas (steamed)
- 1 Persian cucumber (chopped)
- 3 green onions (finely sliced)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- ¼ cup mint (chopped)
- ¼ cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup tahini
- ¼ cup lime juice
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, mix gochujang, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Combine with cooked brown rice until coated.
- Spread seasoned rice on a lined sheet pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until crispy.
- For the dressing, whisk honey, soy sauce, tahini, lime juice, and water until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine crispy rice with peas, cucumber, green onions, avocado, mint, and cilantro. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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