Good Morning Bangkok Salad

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium tamari or soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 teaspoons lime zest
• Pinch crushed red pepper
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 cups cooked brown rice
• 2 cups bean sprouts
• 2 cups shredded napa cabbage
• 1 cup shredded red cabbage
• 1 cup sliced Persian cucumber
• 1/2 cup grated carrot
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil (preferably Thai basil)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot

Instructions

1. For dressing, in a small bowl whisk together the first five ingredients (through crushed red pepper). Whisk in ¼ cup water. Season with black pepper.
2. In a large bowl combine the remaining ingredients. Drizzle dressing over salad; toss to combine.