Recipe by Kylie Sakaida - Sesame Edamame Crispy Rice Salad
Crispy, crunchy, and packed with bold flavor, this Sesame Edamame Crispy Rice Salad puts a delicious, elevated twist on mealtime. The Fresh Express® Orange Sesame Chopped Salad Kit is tossed with protein-rich edamame, fresh scallions and topped with golden crispy rice for irresistible texture in every bite. It's an easy, satisfying meal that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 bag Fresh Express® Orange Sesame Chopped Salad Kit
- 2 cups cooked and cooled jasmine rice
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 8 oz cooked and shelled edamame
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season the rice: In a medium bowl, toss 2 cups of the cooked and cooled jasmine rice with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil until evenly coated.
- Bake the rice: Spread the rice in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Cool the rice: Set the crispy rice aside to cool slightly.
- Dress the salad: In a large bowl, toss the Fresh Express® Orange Sesame Chopped Salad Kit with the orange miso vinaigrette.
- Add the mix-ins: Add the 8 ounces of edamame and 2 sliced scallions and toss to combine.
- Assemble and serve: Divide the salad among bowls and top with the crispy rice. Finish with the sliced almonds and sesame sticks from the salad kit.