Asparagus Asian Slaw

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Ingredients Minutes Calories
Prep Cook Servings
15 min 0 min 4
Asparagus Asian Slaw
Health Highlights
A beautiful assortment of vegetables!

Ingredients


1 whole lime(s) Lime peel (zest) (for dressing)
1 whole lime(s) Lime juice (fresh) (for dressing)
1 tbsp Coconut aminos, Coconut Secret (optional, for dressing)
1 tsp minced Ginger root (for dressing)
1 tbsp Olive Oil, Extra Virgin (for dressing)
1 tbsp Sesame oil (for dressing)
1/2 tsp, minced Red chili pepper (also chile or chilli) (for dressing)
1 dash Black pepper (for dressing)
1 pinch Sea Salt (for dressing)
454 gm Asparagus (ends trimmed, cut into long strips)
1 medium Carrots (julienned)
1 medium pepper(s) Red bell pepper (julienned)
1 cup shredded Red cabbage
1/4 cup Mint, fresh (chopped)
1/4 cup Cilantro (coriander) (chopped)
1/2 cup Cashew nuts, raw (toasted, for topping)
3 tbsp Sesame seeds (for topping)

Instructions


  1. In a small bowl, combine lime zest and juice, coconut aminos (if using) and ginger root. 
  2. While mixing, slowly pour in olive and sesame oils until combined. Sprinkle in red chili pepper, black pepper, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, combine asparagus, carrots, red bell peppers, cabbage, mint, and cilantro.
  4. Toss the vegetables with the dressing until well combined. 
  5. Top with cashews and sesame seeds. Enjoy!

Notes:

Quick Tip:

For additional Protein - sprinkle salad with 1 tablespoon of hemp seeds!




Nutritional Highlights:

Vegetables provide key vitamins and minerals required for vital health and the maintenance of the body.


Nutrition Facts

Per Portion

Calories 277
Calories from fat 159
Calories from saturated fat 25.5
Total Fat 17.7 g
Saturated Fat 2.8 g
Trans Fat 0.0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7 g
Monounsaturated Fat 8.9 g
Cholesterol 0
Sodium 217 mg
Potassium 566 mg
Total Carbohydrate 24.9 g
Dietary Fiber 5.7 g
Sugars 13.7 g
Protein 7.4 g

Dietary servings

Per Portion


Meat Alternative 0.8
Vegetables 2.8

Energy sources


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