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Apple Bok Choy Salad

This delicious salad is from drfuhrman.com. I have simplified the instructions so it is a little easier to make. To chop bok choy: Trim the rough edge off the root ends of the bok choy, then cut across the stem just below the leaf. Slice the white stem portion into 3 or 4 lengthwise strips, then cut across to dice. Slice the leafy top crosswise and then cut each strip into 1 inch pieces.

4.0 · 1 reviewsRecipe card by Anne SainzEditorial by recipesvibrant · Updated October 13, 2026
VegetableVeganWeeknight< 30 MinsSmall Appliance
Apple Bok Choy Salad

Total time

30 min

Servings

4

Calories

199.5

Category

Greens

Looking for a crisp, refreshing vegan side dish? This Apple Bok Choy Salad combines the crunch of fresh apples with the tender, nutritious leaves of bok choy for a perfect weeknight meal. It's light, healthy, and ready in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy schedules.

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

  • 16 bok choy
  • 1/2 smooth cashew butter
  • 1/2 peanut butter
  • 1/4 soymilk
  • 1/4 raisins
  • 1 Dijon mustard
  • 1 apple
  • 1 carrot
  • 1/2 red onion

Method

  1. Chop bok choy and set aside in a large bowl. If you haven’t worked with bok choy before, see Anne Sainz’s notes above.

  2. Place cashews, milk, vinegar, raisins and mustard in food processor or high powered blender and combine until smooth.

  3. Add apple, carrot and onion and process until chopped fine.

  4. Add processed mixture to bok choy and mix well.

Cook's notes

  • Massage the bok choy greens gently with the dressing to soften their texture before serving.
  • Slice the apples into matchsticks (julienne) to ensure every bite contains a perfect balance of apple and greens.
  • For extra crunch, toast your favorite nuts or seeds like sesame or sunflower seeds before tossing them in.

Easy swaps

  • Swap bok choy for baby spinach or kale if you prefer a different leafy green base.
  • Use honeycrisp apples for sweetness or granny smith apples if you prefer a tart, acidic kick.
  • Add extra protein by tossing in crispy chickpeas or pan-seared tofu cubes.

Frequently asked

Can I make this Apple Bok Choy Salad ahead of time?

Yes, you can chop the vegetables and apples ahead of time, but keep them separate from the dressing until just before you are ready to eat to keep the salad crunchy.

Is bok choy raw safe to eat in a salad?

Absolutely! Raw bok choy is safe to eat and provides a wonderful, mild cabbage flavor and a satisfying crunch that works perfectly in salads.

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