---
title: Sesame Green Salad
servings: 4
course: salad
source:
  name: Rainbow Plant Life High Protein Meal Plan 2
  author: Nisha Vora
prep time: 5 minutes
diet: Vegan
nutrition:
  calories: 233 kcal
  fat: 18 g
  carbohydrates: 16 g
  sugar: 11 g
  protein: 4 g
  fiber: 3 g
  sodium: 39 mg
tags: [salad, sesame, edamame, citrus, vegan]
---

Peel the @mandarins{2}(or clementines or tangerines), then chop the segments into bite-sized pieces.

Add the @butter lettuce{5%oz}(140g; or spring mix or "protein" salad greens) to a large #bowl{}, tearing into small pieces with your hands.

Toss the lettuce with best-quality @extra virgin olive oil{} and best-quality @vinegar{}(any kind works!) in about a 2:1 ratio until well-dressed to your liking. Season with a pinch or two of @kosher salt{} and @freshly cracked black pepper{}.

Add the citrus pieces, @shelled edamame{4%oz}(115g), and @roasted sesame seeds{2%tbsp}(18g; see Note). Toss again, and season to taste with more salt and pepper as desired.

> Note: If your sesame seeds are raw, toast them first for the best flavor. Heat a dry frying pan over medium heat. After a minute or two, add the sesame seeds and toast for 2 to 4 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until golden brown. Or, add to a rimmed sheet pan and toast in a 350ºF / 175ºC oven for 6 to 8 minutes.

> This salad is best fresh; only make as much as you can eat.

> Nutrition boost: Top your salad with shredded carrots, shredded cabbage, or thinly sliced cucumber. For more protein, top with more edamame, chopped peanuts, and/or cashews.