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Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing

Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing Magic

A vibrant Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing that celebrates texture and flavor while being adaptable for quick meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice day-old for best texture
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Crisp adjust according to spice preference
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter or Tahini
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice adjust for more brightness
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Fresh Vegetables choose seasonal like cabbage, cucumber, bell pepper, carrot, sugar snap peas, green onions
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Tray
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer or oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large mixing bowl, toss day-old jasmine rice with sesame oil, soy sauce, and chili crisp until evenly coated. Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake for 16-18 minutes in the air fryer or about 40 minutes in the oven until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
  2. Prepare the creamy peanut sesame dressing in a small bowl by whisking together sesame oil, peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, chili crisp, and grated ginger until smooth and combined. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
  3. Once the crispy rice has cooled slightly, combine shredded fresh vegetables like cabbage, cucumber, bell pepper, carrot, and sugar snap peas with the crispy rice in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the dressing generously over and toss thoroughly.
  4. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds before serving to enhance crunch and flavor. Serve immediately for optimal texture and taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for the best texture. Dress your salad just before serving to maintain the crunch of fresh vegetables. Swap in your favorite seasonal veggies or proteins as desired.

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