Shaved Vegetable Salad with Yuzu Vinaigrette
Crisp shaved carrots, cucumbers and peppers tossed in a bright yuzu-miso vinaigrette. Fast, flexible, and best dressed just before serving.
- Use a mandoline or vegetable peeler to create long, thin strips for quick, even texture.
- Squeeze and dry cucumbers, then dress the salad right before serving to avoid sogginess.
- Make the vinaigrette in a jar, refrigerate leftovers 5 to 7 days, and swap ingredients to suit taste or diet.
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Preparation Instructions:
1. For the vegetables, use a mandolin or vegetable peeler to slice long strips of carrots and place in a large bowl. Do the same thing with the cucumbers, make long strips and then squeeze out the extra liquid and add to the bowl. Thinly slice the Red and Yellow Peppers and add to the bowl. Set aside while making the dressing.
2. To make the Yuzu Vinaigrette, add all of the ingredients to a mason jar with a lid (any smaller container with a lid will work here). Shake vigorously for a minute making sure all of the ingredients are incorporated. Add to the shaved vegetables, saving any leftover dressing for another use.
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Other vegetables such as Sugar Snap Peas, Jicama, Radishes, Fennel, or Celery can be added or substituted for the other vegetables. This Salad is best eaten immediately once dressed. If preparing earlier in the day, prepare each separately and dress just prior to eating.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I shave the vegetables without them breaking?
Use a mandoline or a sharp vegetable peeler to pull long, even strips. Hold the veggie steady, move the tool away from your hand, and keep slices thin. For cucumbers, peel into strips and then gently squeeze or pat dry to remove excess water.
What can I use if I do not have yuzu kosho powder?
Substitute with a mix of citrus and heat: 1 to 2 teaspoons of orange or lime zest plus a small pinch of chili flakes or chili paste. Adjust to taste until you get a bright, spicy note similar to yuzu kosho.
How long does the yuzu-miso vinaigrette keep?
Stored in a sealed jar in the refrigerator, the dressing will stay good for 5 to 7 days. Shake well before using. If it smells off or separates badly, discard it.
Can I prepare this salad ahead of time?
Yes, but keep components separate. Shave the vegetables and store them airtight in the fridge. Make the dressing and refrigerate it separately. Toss just before serving for best crunch.
Is this salad vegan-friendly?
You can make it vegan by replacing honey with maple syrup or agave. Miso paste is usually vegan but check the label. All other ingredients are plant based.
How do I prevent the salad from getting soggy?
Remove extra moisture from cucumbers by squeezing or patting them dry. Do not dress the salad until right before serving. Keep dressing on the side if you plan to store leftovers.
What additions work well to make this a fuller meal?
Add protein like grilled shrimp, sliced chicken, baked tofu, or edamame. For extra crunch and flavor, toss in toasted sesame seeds, chopped nuts, or fresh herbs like cilantro or mint.
How do I shave the vegetables without them breaking?
Use a mandoline or a sharp vegetable peeler to pull long, even strips. Hold the veggie steady, move the tool away from your hand, and keep slices thin. For cucumbers, peel into strips and then gently squeeze or pat dry to remove excess water.
What can I use if I do not have yuzu kosho powder?
Substitute with a mix of citrus and heat: 1 to 2 teaspoons of orange or lime zest plus a small pinch of chili flakes or chili paste. Adjust to taste until you get a bright, spicy note similar to yuzu kosho.
How long does the yuzu-miso vinaigrette keep?
Stored in a sealed jar in the refrigerator, the dressing will stay good for 5 to 7 days. Shake well before using. If it smells off or separates badly, discard it.
Can I prepare this salad ahead of time?
Yes, but keep components separate. Shave the vegetables and store them airtight in the fridge. Make the dressing and refrigerate it separately. Toss just before serving for best crunch.
Is this salad vegan-friendly?
You can make it vegan by replacing honey with maple syrup or agave. Miso paste is usually vegan but check the label. All other ingredients are plant based.
How do I prevent the salad from getting soggy?
Remove extra moisture from cucumbers by squeezing or patting them dry. Do not dress the salad until right before serving. Keep dressing on the side if you plan to store leftovers.
What additions work well to make this a fuller meal?
Add protein like grilled shrimp, sliced chicken, baked tofu, or edamame. For extra crunch and flavor, toss in toasted sesame seeds, chopped nuts, or fresh herbs like cilantro or mint.
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