Sesame-Ginger Edamame & Cabbage Rice Salad
with Almonds & Crispy Fried Onions
- Sesame
- Soy
- Wheat
- Tree Nuts
This quick, wholesome veggie-forward lunch, makes an ideal light midday meal. It comes together in just 15 minutes and includes a delightful array of textures and flavors that you’ll look forward to all morning! You’ll combine gingery edamame studded jasmine rice with a cabbage-carrot slaw tossed in a bright sesame dressing, then top it with naughty little crispy fried onions and sliced almonds. It’s a crispy, crunchy fresh lunchy you’re going to love.
Ingredients
1 unit
Microwavable Rice
4 ounce
Shredded Carrots
5 teaspoon
Rice Wine Vinegar
1.5 ounce
Sesame Dressing
(Contains: Sesame, Soy, Wheat)
4 ounce
Edamame
(Contains: Soy)
1 unit
Crispy Fried Onions
(Contains: Wheat)
2 unit
Scallions
4 ounce
Coleslaw Mix
1 thumb
Ginger
½ ounce
Sliced Almonds
(Contains: Tree Nuts)
Not included in your delivery
¼ teaspoon (tsp)
Sugar
1 teaspoon (tsp)
Olive Oil
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
• Wash and dry produce.
• Massage rice in package to break up grains. Peel and mince or grate ginger.
• In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine rice, edamame, ginger, and a drizzle of olive oil. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave until warmed through, 2-3 minutes.
• Meanwhile, trim and thinly slice scallions.
• Once rice mixture is warmed through, immediately remove plastic wrap and stir, breaking up the rice as it cools.
• In a second large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, shredded carrots, scallions, vinegar, sesame dressing, ¼ tsp sugar (½ tsp for 4 servings), and a pinch of salt.
• Add rice mixture to cabbage mixture; toss to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper if desired.
• Divide edamame and cabbage rice between bowls; top with crispy onions and almonds. Serve.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Dec 2025- Flavor: Many enjoyed the fresh, crunchy textures, but some found it bland; consider adding extra dressing or seasoning to taste 🍲.
- Ease of prep: Quick and easy to assemble, perfect for a light lunch or dinner in just 15 minutes.
- Suggestions: Try adding protein like chicken or tofu; toast almonds and onions for extra crunch; consider mandarin oranges for sweetness.
- Leftovers: Some found it better the next day as flavors melded; others noted it became dry or less appealing.
- Rice: Several struggled with clumpy microwaved rice; consider cooking fresh rice or substituting with quinoa or cauliflower rice.
