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    Home » Salads and Dressings » Baby Bok Choy Salad with Ginger Orange Dressing

    Baby Bok Choy Salad with Ginger Orange Dressing

    Published: Jan 20, 2016 · Modified: Apr 19, 2022 by Elaine · This post may contain Amazon affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This blog generates income via ads · 1 Comment

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    Baby Bok Choy Salad with Ginger-Orange Dressing. Add some color to your diet with this healthy salad made with tender baby bok toy, Asian pear, oranges and peppers. Drizzle it all with a ginger-orange dressing.

    Add bright colours and flavours to your diet with this healthy baby bok choy salad made with oranges and Asian pears. Tossed with an amazing ginger-orange dressing, this salad is vegan, paleo and Whole30 compliant!

    ingredients for baby bok choy salad in a shallow white bowl.

    ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

    • Baby Bok Choy Salad with Ginger Orange Dressing is on the menu today to bring colour to your meal!
    • Have you tried raw baby bok choy? I usually add it to a stir-fry, but did you know that it's delicious raw as well?
    • This crisp, crunchy, leafy Chinese cabbage has stellar nutrient qualities too. It's high in a host of nutrients, including essential vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, omega-3's and zinc.
    • It's more tender than kale and offers a healthier alternative to lettuce in salads.
    • But this salad adds much more than just colour and nutrition. The ginger-orange dressing adds another dimension and it must be tasted to be believed! It's a perfect match for any Asian-inspired salad you might make and once you try it, you'll be hooked.

    🛒 Ingredients and substitutions

    You'll find a complete list of ingredients with amounts in the recipe card below. But before we get to the full recipe for this baby bok choy salad with Asian pears here are a few notes about some of the key ingredients.

    Baby bok choy salad ingredients with an Asian pear and ginger orange dressing nearby.
    • bok choy: for a salad, I like to choose the tender baby bok choy or the Shanghai bok choy. Both are tender when they're fresh.
    • orange: any variety of oranges will be delicious in this salad. Choose a navel orange, or Cara Cara, mandarin, Satsuma, tangerine or whatever is in season.
    • Asian pear: also known as apple pear, these have a mildly sweet flavour and a crisp texture. If Asian pears are not available, any firm pear such as Bosc, Anjou or Forelle will be a good substitute.
    • red bell pepper: adds a beautiful contrast in flavour and a crunchy texture to this healthy salad.
    • red onion and green onion.

    🔪 Instructions

    Here's an overview of what you'll do to make this recipe perfectly. You'll find complete instructions in the recipe card at the end of this post.

    1. Start by combining the ingredients for the Ginger Orange Dressing then set it aside to allow the flavours to blend.
    2. Peel and section an orange, then peel, core and slice an Asian pear. Chop the boy choy into ribbons and slice the red pepper into thin strips.
    3. Slice the onions thinly, then add all the ingredients to a large bowl.
    4. When you're ready to serve this Asian-inspired bok choy salad, toss it with ginger-orange vinaigrette and enjoy!

    👍🏼 Helpful Tip

    If you're not serving this salad right away, either toss the Asian pears with a little lemon juice to prevent them from turning brown or add them to the salad just before serving.

    ❓You may be wondering . . .

    What are Asian Pears?


    Asian pears, also known as Apple Pears, Chinese Pears or Korean Pears, are sweet and crisp. They're round, not pear-shaped. Their skins are sometimes a little tough, so I peel them to add to salads.
    They're available as imported fruit in stores, but they also grow locally later in the year. If you're lucky to have a friend with a tree, beg a few.
    They're absolutely delicious, and they add natural sweetness and a crisp texture to salads or slaws.
    Looking for more Asian pear recipes? You'll also love this Asian Pear and Cranberry Chopped Salad or this popular Asian Pear Slaw with Ginger and Lime.

    Drizzling Ginger Orange Dressing on Baby Bok Choy Salad

    🍽 This Baby Bok Choy Salad goes well with any Asian meal

    Try this salad with any of the following chicken recipes:

    • Crock Pot Sticky Chicken
    • Instant Pot Sticky Chicken Thighs
    • Asian Glazed Garlic Chicken
    • Ginger Garlic Glazed Korean Chicken Skewers
    • One Pan Spicy Miso Ginger Chicken Thighs

    ⏰ Storage Instructions

    To store: Store the salad and the dressing separately in covered containers in the fridge.


    Brighten your day with this healthy Baby Bok Choy Salad! Choose vegetables and fruits that contrasted in flavour and texture, like baby bok choy and red pepper, green and red onion, a sweet navel orange and a crisp Asian pear!

    🗒 More healthy salad recipes

    • Asian Pear Slaw with Ginger and Lime
    • Thai-Style Coleslaw with Sesame Ginger Dressing
    • Winter Citrus Salad with Arugula
    • 20 Best Winter Salad Recipes

    When you make this baby bok choy salad recipe, please leave a comment and a rating below. I love hearing from you! Thanks in advance. Subscribe to my newsletter and receive new recipes delivered straight to your inbox once a week.

    baby bok choy salad ingredients in a shallow white bowl.

    Baby Bok Choy Salad with Ginger Orange Dressing

    Add bright colours and flavours to your diet with this healthy baby bok choy salad made with oranges and Asian pears. Tossed with an amazing ginger-orange dressing, this salad is vegan, paleo and Whole30 compliant!
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    Course: Salads
    Cuisine: Asian
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 419kcal
    Author: Elaine
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    Ingredients

    • 2 cups baby bok choy, chopped into ribbons
    • 1 medium red pepper, thinly sliced
    • ¼ cup green onions, sliced
    • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
    • 1 large orange, sectioned
    • 1 medium, apple pear (Asian pear) peeled, cored and finely sliced

    Ginger Orange Dressing

    • 1 teaspoon shallots, minced (optional)
    • 1 teaspoon orange zest,
    • ¼ cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
    • ¾ to 1 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
    • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
    • 2 teaspoon cilantro, finely chopped
    • ¼ cup light-tasting oil, like avocado or grapeseed oil
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt, to taste

    Instructions

    • Start by combining the ingredients for the Ginger Orange Dressing then set it aside to allow the flavours to blend.
    • Peel and section an orange, then peel, core and slice an Asian pear. Chop the boy choy into ribbons and slice the red pepper into thin strips. Slice the onions thinly, then add all the ingredients to a large bowl.
    • If you're not serving immediately, add the Asian pear just before serving to prevent browning.
    • Toss with ginger orange dressing and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 419kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 451mg | Potassium: 530mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 12818IU | Vitamin C: 256mg | Calcium: 330mg | Iron: 3mg
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