Save A vibrant playful snack bowl designed to deliver a symphony of crunchy textures and eye-catching colors for satisfying snack cravings and sensory delight.
I first tried making these bowls for an afternoon movie marathon with friends everyone loved how each bite had a new crunch and burst of flavor.
Ingredients
- Red cabbage: 1 cup finely shredded
- Rainbow carrots: 1 cup julienned
- Cucumber: 1 cup diced
- Edamame: 1/2 cup shelled and steamed
- Roasted chickpeas: 1/2 cup store-bought or homemade
- Crispy rice puffs or cornflakes: 1/2 cup gluten-free option
- Pumpkin seeds: 1/4 cup toasted
- Radishes: 1/4 cup sliced
- Fresh cilantro or parsley: 2 tbsp chopped
- Black sesame seeds: 2 tbsp
- Sea salt: to taste
- Optional spicy sriracha mayo or yogurt dip: 1/4 cup on the side
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables:
- Shred cabbage julienne carrots dice cucumber and steam edamame if needed
- Layer the base:
- Evenly divide base ingredients among 4 small bowls making colorful layers
- Add crunchy toppings:
- Top each bowl with roasted chickpeas crispy rice puffs or cornflakes pumpkin seeds and sliced radishes
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle with fresh cilantro or parsley black sesame seeds and a pinch of sea salt
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with spicy mayo or yogurt dip on the side if desired
Save My cousin loves assembling these bowls with her kids each child picks their favorite crunchy topping for a personalized snack moment.
Required Tools
Sharp knife cutting board and 4 small serving bowls make prep and assembly easy for this snack.
Allergen Information
The bowls may contain soy sesame gluten and egg depending on ingredient choices always check for cross-contamination.
Nutritional Information
Each serving has about 180 calories 6 g fat 25 g carbs and 7 g protein.
Save Snack bowls are best enjoyed fresh experiment with colorful combinations for endless crunchy fun.
Cooking Guide
- → How do I keep the veggies extra crisp?
Prepare vegetables just before serving and keep them cold until assembly to maintain optimal crunchiness.
- → Can I use different toppings for texture?
Yes, try options like pita chips, wasabi peas, or crumbled nori for varied crunch and flavor.
- → Is there a gluten-free option?
Ensure all crunchy toppings, especially rice puffs or cornflakes, are labeled gluten-free to suit dietary needs.
- → What alternatives can I use for protein?
Add grilled tofu for extra plant protein or shredded rotisserie chicken if a non-vegetarian bowl is desired.
- → How is the bowl best served?
Serve immediately after assembly with a spicy mayo or yogurt dip on the side for a burst of flavor.
- → Can the snack bowl be made vegan?
Use vegan mayo, hummus, or plant-based dips, and check labels for vegan-approved toppings.