Looking for a healthy option for dinner but still want loads of flavor? Well, I’ve got a dressing that will have you begging for more salad! This dressing has the perfect balance between sweet, savory, and tart flavors. Such bright and citrusy notes combined with the richness of toasted sesame oil and soy sauce will awaken your taste buds! This salad is perfect for any light, yet satisfying summer dinner.

I was inspired to make this dish after a trip to California last year for my cousin’s wedding. It was held at the Hyatt Huntington Beach Hotel Resort, which is where I first came across this salad and AMAZING dressing. The hotel restaurant made the salad using grilled steak; however, I alternate between steak and chicken, depending on my mood. (Don’t worry, both are equally fantastic with the dressing!) The hotel also used Napa cabbage in their salad, which I love and prefer. Nonetheless, my grocery store doesn’t always have Napa cabbage so I sometimes use Romaine lettuce as a substitute. You can use whichever is available or to your liking. The great thing about this salad is you can personalize it by adding your favorite veggies. Snow peas, bean sprouts, bell peppers, and green beans are just a few examples that would be wonderful with the dressing. Continue reading →