ASIAN CHOPPED SALAD

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: chopped almonds

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free alternative while maintaining crunch.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier but canola oil is more budget-friendly.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup offers a unique flavor and is often less expensive.

Chop cabbage into thin strips and place in a large bowl.

Grate carrots and add to the bowl with cabbage.

Dice bell peppers and cucumbers, then add to the mixture.

Slice green onions and chop cilantro, incorporating them into the salad.

Toast peanuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, honey, and lime juice.

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Sprinkle sesame seeds and red pepper flakes on top before serving.

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