Chinese Mozzarella Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Chinese Mozzarella Salad is one of my go to meals when I want something fresh and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. It comes together in just 40 minutes total, making it perfect for busy weeknights or quick lunches. The combination of creamy mozzarella, crispy wonton strips, and vibrant vegetables tossed in a savory sesame ginger dressing is absolutely addictive. What I love most is how affordable it is to make, especially when you buy the ingredients in bulk. Plus, all those mixed greens and shredded cabbage pack serious nutritional value, giving you plenty of fiber and vitamins in every bite. Trust me, this will become a regular in your meal rotation.
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Ingredients
- 400mozzarella cheese
- 200 driedcrispy wonton strips
- 400 choppedmixed greens
- 200 shreddedred cabbage
- 150 peeledcarrots
- 100 slicedbell peppers
- 20 tablespoonsesame oil(use for dressing)
- 100 tablespoonsoy sauce
- 50 tablespoonrice vinegar
- 1 teaspoonsalt(to taste)
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper(to taste)
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the mozzarella cheese into small cubes.
Tip: Use a sharp knife to avoid tearing the cheese.
- 2
Prepare the crunchy wonton strips by soaking them in water for 5 minutes.
Tip: Drain the strips and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- 3
Cut the mixed greens, red cabbage, carrots, and bell peppers into small pieces.
Tip: Use a salad cutter or a sharp knife to get even pieces.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, red cabbage, carrots, and bell peppers.
Tip: Make sure to distribute the vegetables evenly.
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
Tip: Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- 6
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together.
Tip: Make sure the salad is well-coated with the dressing.
- 7
Add the crispy wonton strips and mozzarella cheese to the salad and toss again.
Tip: Make sure everything is well combined.
- 8
Serve the salad immediately and enjoy!
Tip: You can also refrigerate it for up to 2 hours if you want to prepare it ahead of time.
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