Save A vibrant, playful snack bowl designed to deliver a symphony of crunchy textures and eye-catching colors—perfect for satisfying snack cravings and sensory delight.
The first time I made these snack bowls, my friends loved guessing each crunchy element with every bite. The layering of colors and textures is truly half the fun—the other half is devouring it!
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 gluten-free cornflakes: 1/2 cup
- 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
- Spicy sriracha mayo or yogurt dip: Optional: 1/4 cup, on the side
Instructions
- Prep Vegetables:
- Shred the cabbage, julienne the carrots, dice the cucumber, and steam edamame if needed.
- Layer Bases:
- Evenly divide the base ingredients among 4 small bowls, creating colorful layers.
- Add Crunchy Toppings:
- Top each bowl with roasted chickpeas, crispy rice puffs or cornflakes, pumpkin seeds, and sliced radishes for maximum crunch.
- 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 Snack time in our house frequently means everyone building their own bowl, trying new combinations. It becomes a cheerful, creative family moment where even picky eaters get excited about veggies.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, cutting board, 4 small serving bowls
Allergen Information
Contains soy (edamame, possibly mayo). Contains sesame (seeds). Possible gluten (rice puffs or cornflakes, depending on brand). May contain egg (if using traditional mayo).
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 180 Protein: 7 g Total Fat: 6 g Carbohydrates: 25 g
Save These snack bowls are perfect for sharing and experimenting—let everyone grab a fork and crunch away!
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I keep the bowl crunchy?
Add toppings right before serving and avoid overdressing. Store ingredients separately until ready to assemble.
- → Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes! Use certified gluten-free rice puffs or cornflakes, and carefully check labels of all packaged toppings.
- → What protein can I add?
Grilled tofu, roasted chickpeas, or shredded rotisserie chicken (non-vegetarian) are tasty protein choices.
- → How can I serve these bowls vegan?
Choose vegan mayo or hummus as a dip, and use plant-based proteins like tofu or extra edamame.
- → What other crunchy toppings can I use?
Try wasabi peas, pita chips, crumbled nori, or your favorite toasted seeds to mix it up.
- → How do I prepare veggies for best texture?
Finely shred cabbage, julienne carrots, and dice cucumber for maximum crunch and visual appeal.