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Crunchy veggie tempura on plate

Crunchy Textures: The Ultimate Guide + Delicious Recipe


  • Author: Georgina
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful dish full of contrasting crunchy layers, perfectly balanced with fresh and savory flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 200g mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts)
  • 150g panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 medium carrots, julienned
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 150g crispy fried onions
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C.
  2. Spread nuts and panko breadcrumbs on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 10 minutes until golden and crunchy.
  3. In a bowl, mix soy sauce and honey to prepare a light dressing.
  4. Add carrots, cucumber, and bell pepper to the bowl and toss with the dressing.
  5. Top with the roasted nut-breadcrumb mix and crispy fried onions.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately for maximum crunch.

Notes

For extra crunch, add toasted seeds like sunflower or pumpkin seeds. Best enjoyed fresh to keep the textures crisp.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook + Roasting
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: crunchy textures, salad, nuts, vegetables, crispy onions, fusion recipe