Tatsoi Asian Greens Salad Recipe
Tatsoi Recipe with Asian Salad Greens and lettuce with Whole30 ranch dressing. This tatsoi salad will bring a new flavor to the dinner table!
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
For the Tatsoi salad:
- 2.5 oz tatsoi greens see notes
- 7 oz carrots about 2 large
- 7 oz English cucumber 1 large
- 2 oz mizuna or baby arugula
- 2 oz mixed greens of choice I use Satur Farm boxed Spicy Asian Greens
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Furikake or toasted sesame seeds, optional
- Coarse sea salt to taste or Takii Umami mushroom powder to replace salt
For the Whole30 ranch yogurt dressing:
- 3 tbsp mayo
- 1 tbsp (dairy-free) milk unsweetened
- 3 tbsp coconut yogurt unsweetened or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos or 1-2 tsp soy sauce
- coarse sea salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparing tatsoi:
- If using a whole bundle, trim away the bottom tip and chop up the stems and leafy parts. Rinse them in a bowl of cold water, set aside to drain, and pat dry before adding to the mixing bowl.
- If using baby tatsoi greens (from a salad box), check the label to see if they need rinsing. If not, add them directly to the salad mixing bowl.
Salad components:
- Mix well the Whole30 ranch yogurt dressing from mayo to sallt and pepper. You can also follow the instructions in this post for more details. Set it aside in the fridge until ready to use.
- Use a vegetable peeler. Shave the carrots and cucumber to ribbons.
Combine and serve:
- Add the carrot and cucumber ribbons to a large salad bowl with tatsoi, mizuna, and more mixed baby greens.
- Drizzle in olive oil and the salad dressing. Start with 3 tbsp dressing first and add more, if desired. Sprinkle with furikake, if using. Toss and season with salt to taste.
- Serve cold and enjoy it right away.
Notes
- Tatsoi Substitute: This salad is very versatile. If you can’t find tatsoi, use a combination of baby spinach and diced yu choy.
- Preparing: Tatsoi tends to collect grit in its leaves. If you buy a whole bundle, dice it up and rinse it in cold water before using—similar to preparing bok choy. A salad spinner is handy for drying the leaves after washing.
- Dressing (for raw): Due to its delicate flavor, tatsoi pairs well with light and creamy dressings. You can use Asian-flavored dressings or creamy Western-style salad dressings.
- Storage: Store tatsoi in the refrigerator in a plastic bag with a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture. Consume within a few days for the best freshness.
- Taste Test: If you're new to tatsoi, taste a leaf raw first to familiarize yourself with its unique flavor. This will help guide you in choosing the best ingredients and dressings to pair with it.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 48kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 82mg | Potassium: 273mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 7061IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg