19 Asian Salad Bowl Ideas With Sesame
Asian-inspired salad bowls with sesame bring together crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and the nutty aroma of sesame seeds or oil. They’re light yet full of character, often balancing sweet, savory, and tangy notes in every bite.
Textures play a big role: crunchy greens, tender noodles, and perhaps a sprinkle of toasted seeds for depth. These Asian salad bowl ideas are refreshing enough for warm weather but substantial enough to feel like a complete meal. They’re a celebration of bold flavors and simple preparation, proving that healthy eating can be vibrant, satisfying, and packed with personality.
Falafel Salad Bowl

This falafel salad bowl is a healthy, filling, and protein-packed meal that can be prepared ahead of time.
Get the Recipe: Falafel Salad Bowl
Healthy Bonus Tip: If you want falafel without frying them in unhealthy oils, try this crispy air fryer falafel recipe.
Crunchy Thai Quinoa Salad

This light and refreshing crunchy quinoa salad is served with a flavorful creamy peanut dressing. Naturally vegan, healthy, and utterly delicious!
Get the Recipe: Crunchy Thai Quinoa Salad
Vietnamese Chicken Saladga Xe Phay

Vietnamese Chicken Salad (Ga Xe Phay) – This chicken salad is very healthy and herbaceous with a dairy-free dressing.
Get the Recipe: Vietnamese Chicken Saladga Xe Phay
Sesame Soba Noodle Salad

This DELICIOUS super saucy sesame soba noodle salad can be ready in just 15 minutes. It’s a favorite for busy weeknights and meal prep, and it’s simple to customize to whatever you have in the fridge. Additionally, it is gluten-free and vegan.
Get the Recipe: Sesame Soba Noodle Salad
Sesame Tofu Salad

This is one of the most delicious vegan salads we have ever made! This simple vegan dinner recipe is packed with flavorful whole foods.
Get the Recipe: Sesame Tofu Salad
Japanese Salad Bowl

A colorful salad bowl with noodles, carrots, edamame, and a Japanese-inspired Carrot Ginger Dressing.
Get the Recipe: Japanese Salad Bowl
Easy Deconstructed Sushi Salad Bowl

Sushi salad is a fun variation on the deconstructed sushi roll. Your favorite sushi ingredients in a simple rice bowl topped with sushi dressing.
Get the Recipe: Easy Deconstructed Sushi Salad Bowl
Warm Roasted Veggie Quinoa Salad With Creamy Sesame Dressing

This warm quinoa salad with roasted vegetables, kale, and a creamy toasted sesame dressing will become your new favorite salad!
Get the Recipe: Warm Roasted Veggie Quinoa Salad With Creamy Sesame Dressing
We’ve got a delicious pumpkin herb quinoa recipe as well.
Spicy Thai Mango Salad

Unripe green mango, crisp bean sprouts, crunchy carrots, and sweet red peppers make up this refreshing Spicy Thai Mango Salad.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Thai Mango Salad
Got ripe mango leftovers? Make some dehydrated mango snacks!
Easy Thai Beef Salad

Discover an easy Thai beef salad that is both simple to prepare and will transport you to Thailand with its vibrant, fresh flavors!
Get the Recipe: Easy Thai Beef Salad
Sushi Salad Deconstructed Sushi Bowl

Enjoy the fresh flavors of Japan with a stunning sushi salad. A nutritious and satisfying meal packed with vegetables, protein, and sushi rice.
Get the Recipe: Sushi Salad Deconstructed Sushi Bowl
Chinese Chicken Salad

Chinese chicken salad is a tasty way to get a nutritious meal on the table. It’s great for lunch or dinner and packed with flavor.
Get the Recipe: Chinese Chicken Salad
Vietnamese Beef Salad

This Vietnamese Beef Salad takes 15 minutes to prepare and features simple ingredients, plenty of color, crunch, flavor, and a zingy homemade dressing.
Get the Recipe: Vietnamese Beef Salad
Cold Thai Noodle Salad

Cold Thai Glass Noodle Salad combines glass noodles and fresh vegetables in a peanut sauce for a delicious Asian-inspired salad.
Get the Recipe: Cold Thai Noodle Salad
Bun Bo Xao Vietnamese Beef Noodle Salad

Bun Bo Xao: Enjoy the perfect balance of flavors with fragrant lemongrass beef served over rice noodles with a medley of herbs and a tangy fish sauce dressing.
Get the Recipe: Bun Bo Xao Vietnamese Beef Noodle Salad
Tofu Avocado Salad With Creamy Sesame Dressing

Tofu and avocado salad with homemade creamy sesame dressing. It’s a tasty and nutritious vegan salad that comes together in 15 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Tofu Avocado Salad With Creamy Sesame Dressing
Kale Salad With Sesame Lime Dressing

This vegan Massaged Kale Salad with Sesame Lime Dressing is a simple, satisfying, no-cook side dish with bold flavor.
Get the Recipe: Kale Salad With Sesame Lime Dressing
Chinese Smashed Cucumber Salad Pai Huang Gua

This Chinese smashed cucumber salad is so simple. There is no cooking required, and it takes only 15 minutes. Punchy and refreshing. Ideal for any meal!
Get the Recipe: Chinese Smashed Cucumber Salad Pai Huang Gua
Carrot Salad With Sesame Maple Vinaigrette

This unique Sesame Maple Carrot Salad is crunchy, fresh, and flavorful, and it transforms a few simple ingredients into a quick side dish or starter.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Salad With Sesame Maple Vinaigrette