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Crunchy Spring Asian Chopped Salad

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Ingredients
  

For the salad:

  • 3 cups shredded green or red cabbage or both
  • 1 cup snap peas sliced
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed, lightly blanched and chopped
  • 4 –5 radishes thinly sliced
  • 1 large carrot julienned or shredded
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 2 tbsp thai basil leaves chiffonade
  • 1 cup baked tofu cubes or shelled edamame

Oil-Free Sesame Lime Dressing:

  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 1 –2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tsp maple syrup optional
  • 1 small garlic clove finely grated
  • 1 –3 tbsp water to thin

Instructions
 

  • Whisk all dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy. Add water slowly until you reach your desired consistency.

To Assemble

  • Add all salad ingredients to a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the top and toss until evenly coated. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to allow flavors to develop, then serve.