Sesame Ginger Salad Dressing Recipe for Crisp Greens

This vegan salad features crisp greens and fresh vegetables tossed in a savory homemade sesame-ginger dressing.

The combination of crunchy vegetables makes this salad bright and refreshing. For a playful touch I spiralized some of the carrots and cucumbers—optional, but fun.

This easy kale salad is wonderful served immediately and also holds up well in the fridge for several days, making it a great option for meal prep.

If you enjoy vegan salads, consider trying the other plant-based recipes listed below in the same style.

Ingredient Notes

I prefer using fresh, preferably organic ingredients when possible for the best flavor and quality.

Kale: Kale is the base of this salad. After washing and chopping, I like to massage the kale with a tablespoon of the dressing to soften the leaves and enhance flavor.

Sesame Oil: I use toasted sesame oil in the dressing for a rich, nutty flavor.

Carrots and Cucumbers: I spiralized half the cucumbers and carrots for variety; you can simply slice them if you don’t have a spiralizer.

See the recipe card below for the full ingredient list and quantities.

Tips and Tricks

Make the dressing first and let it sit for a few minutes so the flavors meld. This improves the dressing’s depth and balance.

This salad is excellent for meal prep. Store the dressing separately from the prepared vegetables to prevent sogginess, and add dressing just before serving.

Try these other plant-based dishes next:

Sesame Ginger Dressing Salad

Kelsey Riley

This vegan salad is filled with healthy vegetables and tossed in a sweet and savory roasted sesame dressing.

5 from 2 votes

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Prep Time
15 minutes mins

Total Time
15 minutes mins

Course
Main Course, Salad

Cuisine
Asian

Servings
4

Calories

Ingredients

• 4 cups kale
• ½ cup cucumbers thinly sliced
• ½ cup radishes thinly sliced
• ¼ cup edamame shelled
• ¼ cup red cabbage shredded
• ½ cup carrots
• ½ cup cucumbers spiralized
• ¼ cup cilantro

Sesame Dressing Ingredients

• 3 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cold water
• 1 tbsp agave nectar can substitute maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
• ½ tablespoon soy sauce low sodium

Instructions

• Start by mixing the sesame dressing ingredients together and set aside.
• Wash and prep all vegetables according to the ingredient list. Assemble the prepared vegetables in a large serving bowl.
• Add a splash of dressing to the salad, toss to combine, and serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe is ideal for meal prep. Keep the salad and dressing separate and toss right before serving to prevent the kale from getting soggy.

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