The freshness of this Asian pear salad is filled with complex flavors and textures, so you’re in for a treat. If you’ve never tasted Asian pear, it has a similar texture to apples, but it is slightly tart. It is a great salad ingredient!
- Prep Time:15m
- Total Time:15m
- Serves: 2 servings
- Category: Raw, Vegan, Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 c green cabbage, shredded
- 1 c romaine lettuce, thinly sliced
- 1 c shredded carrot
- 2 c Asian pear, thinly sliced
- 1/2 c mung bean sprouts
- 1 c raw walnuts, roughly chopped
For the Dressing
- 1 tsp. minced shallots
- 1 tsp. orange zest
- 1/4 c orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp. ginger root, peeled and grated
- 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp. cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 c avocado oil
- freshly ground pepper, to taste
- sea salt, to taste
Instructions
For the Salad
- Add all of the ingredients to a large salad bowl and mix well to combine. Set aside while you make the dressing.
For the Dressing
- Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour your desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss to coat all the ingredients. Enjoy!
- If you end up with leftover dressing, store it in an airtight glass jar in the fridge for up 5 days.
