35g Protein Asian Crunch Salad with Tempeh

Name: 35g Protein Asian Crunch Salad with Tempeh
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 (8-ounce) packets Lightlife Original Tempeh, cut into ½-inch cubes; Generous Drizzle of olive oil; Dash of garlic powder; 2/3 cup dry quinoa, cooked; 1/3 cup smooth peanut butter; ¼ cup low sodium tamari or soy sauce; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon maple syrup; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 2 teaspoons grated ginger; Juice of one-half large lime (about 2 tablespoons), or to taste; 2 cups shredded red cabbage; 2 medium carrots, cut into ribbons using a vegetable peeler, or grated on the largest holes of a box grater; 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed (or 1 cup sliced sugar snap peas, or snow peas); 1 bunch green onion, thinly sliced (about 1 cup); ½ cup chopped cilantro or parsley; 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, chiffonade (optional); 1/3 cup chopped peanuts (optional)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

This 35g Protein Asian Crunch Salad with Tempeh doubles as a warm grain bowl. It is delicious both warm and chilled. Meal prep this recipe in mason jars for grab-and-go lunches packed with plant-based protein. Or heat them up for dinner if you are in the mood for a warm meal. This crunch salad is also rich in fiber, iron, heart healthy fats, and other essential nutrients.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 10:04:12 GMT