Potsticker Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucumber, and Basil Recipe
A vibrant and fresh Potsticker Salad featuring steamed vegan gyoza dumplings combined with heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, and a tangy tamari-balsamic dressing. This light and flavorful salad is garnished with toasted sesame seeds or crispy fried onions, perfect for a refreshing meal or a flavorful side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Potstickers
- 1 lb frozen vegan gyoza dumplings
Vegetables
- 1 lb heirloom tomatoes, mixed colors, cut into wedges
- 1 English cucumber or 4 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 5 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 red chili pepper, optional for heat, sliced
- 1/2 cup basil leaves, torn
Dressing
- 3 Tbsp low sodium tamari
- 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2–3 tsp maple syrup
Garnish
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds or crispy fried onions
Optional Add-ins
- Thinly sliced cabbage
- Carrot
- Bean sprouts
- Edamame
Additional
- Garlic chili sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Steam the potstickers: Steam the frozen vegan gyoza dumplings according to the package instructions. Once steamed, transfer them to a large bowl and toss with a teaspoon of sesame oil or a splash of water to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of low sodium tamari, 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar, and 2 to 3 teaspoons of maple syrup. Mix well to create a balanced tangy and sweet dressing.
- Toss dumplings with dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the steamed dumplings. Gently toss to evenly coat all the dumplings with the flavorful dressing.
- Add fresh vegetables: Cut the heirloom tomatoes into wedges, thinly slice the cucumber and scallions, and slice the red chili pepper if using. Add all these fresh vegetables into the bowl with the dressed dumplings and combine gently.
- Finish and garnish: Tear the fresh basil leaves over the salad and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or crispy fried onions for crunch. Optionally add thinly sliced cabbage, carrot, bean sprouts, or edamame for extra texture and nutrition.
- Serve: Serve the potsticker salad at room temperature with a side of garlic chili sauce for an additional spicy kick.
Notes
- You can substitute the English cucumber with Persian cucumbers for a more delicate flavor.
- Adjust the chili pepper quantity based on your heat preference, or omit altogether for a milder salad.
- To keep the salad vegan, use crispy fried onions without any animal products, or use toasted sesame seeds as garnish.
- Feel free to include optional vegetables like cabbage, carrot, bean sprouts, or edamame to customize the salad’s texture and nutrition.
- Serve immediately or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
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