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Chopped Thai Salad with sesame garlic dressing, kale, vegetables, edamame, and cashews in a bowl

Chopped Thai Salad with Sesame Garlic Dressing and Cashews

Chopped Thai Salad is a fresh, crunchy salad with a savory sesame garlic dressing, tender edamame, and crisp vegetables. It is a vibrant, texture-filled dish that is easy to enjoy for a flavorful meal or gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 306
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons white distilled vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemongrass paste (ginger would also work)
  • a squeeze of lime juice
Salad
  • 16 oz / 455 g frozen shelled edamame
  • 5-6 cups baby kale
  • 3 large carrots
  • 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow)
  • 1 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup green onions
  • 3/4 cup cashews

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Add all dressing ingredients to a food processor and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the flavor as desired, then transfer the dressing to a jar and rinse the food processor for later use.
  2. Boil the edamame in a pot of water for 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
  3. Slice the kale, carrots, bell peppers, cilantro leaves, and green onions into thin strips or shreds.
Assembly
  1. Place the cooked edamame in the food processor and pulse 5 times to create a minced texture. Transfer to a bowl.
  2. Pulse the cashews in the food processor until chopped, then add them to the bowl.
  3. Combine the kale, carrots, peppers, cilantro, green onions, edamame, and cashews and toss until evenly mixed.
  4. Add the dressing and gently toss a few times until the salad is coated. Serve immediately.

Notes

For the best freshness, keep the dressing separate from the salad ingredients and combine them just before serving. Agave nectar or sugar can replace the honey for a vegan option. The three cloves of garlic create a strong flavor, so use less if a milder garlic taste is preferred.