Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing Delight

Enjoy a light yet satisfying Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing, combining flavors for a vibrant and fresh culinary experience.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

2 cups Jasmine Rice day-old works best
2 tablespoons Sesame Oil or vegetable oil
3 tablespoons Soy Sauce or Tamari for gluten-free
1 tablespoon Chili Crisp or red pepper flakes

For the Dressing

1/2 cup Peanut Butter or Tahini for nut-free
3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon juice
1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for vegan
1 teaspoon Grated Ginger or minced garlic

For the Salad

4 cups Mixed Vegetables cabbage, cucumber, bell pepper, carrot, sugar snap peas, green onions
2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds optional, for garnish

Equipment

Air fryer
oven
Mixing bowl
baking tray
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your air fryer or oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking tray with parchment.
In a large bowl, mix day-old jasmine rice, sesame oil, soy sauce, and chili crisp.
Spread the mixture on the tray and bake in the air fryer for 16-18 minutes or in the oven for about 40 minutes.
Whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
Combine the cooled rice with chopped vegetables in a large bowl.
Drizzle dressing over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
Serve immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for best results and dress the salad just before serving to maintain freshness.

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