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.
I created these bowls for my friends on movie night and they were mesmerized by every crunchy bite. It is especially fun to watch kids assemble their own bowl from all the pieces.
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
- Toasted pumpkin seeds: 1/4 cup
- Sliced radishes: 1/4 cup
- 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.
- Create layers:
- Evenly divide base ingredients among 4 small bowls for colorful presentation.
- Add crunch:
- 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 pinch of sea salt.
- Serve:
- Enjoy immediately with spicy mayo or yogurt dip on side if desired.
Save We love making these together for family afternoons—it becomes a ritual of color and crunch with everyone choosing their favorite toppings.
Required Tools
Sharp knife cutting board and 4 small serving bowls are all you need—nothing fancy required for maximum crunch.
Allergen Information
Contains soy (edamame may be in mayo) sesame and possibly gluten (rice puffs cornflakes) and egg if traditional mayo is used.
Nutritional Information
Each serving provides 180 calories 6 g fat 25 g carbs and 7 g protein for guilt-free snacking.
Save Enjoy the playful combos for a satisfying snack—it is as fun to make as it is to eat.
Recipe FAQ
- → What makes these bowls crunchy?
They're layered with roasted chickpeas, crispy rice puffs or cornflakes, toasted pumpkin seeds, and sliced radishes, ensuring every bite is satisfyingly crunchy.
- → Can I customize the toppings?
Absolutely! Swap in wasabi peas, pita chips, crumbled nori, or other favorites for unique texture and flavor.
- → Is there a gluten-free option?
Yes, use certified gluten-free rice puffs or cornflakes, and double-check all packaged ingredients for gluten-free labels.
- → Are the bowls suitable for vegans?
Yes, simply choose vegan mayo, hummus, or another plant-based dip to keep everything vegan-friendly.
- → Which tools are needed to prepare these bowls?
A sharp knife, cutting board, and four small serving bowls are all you'll need to quickly assemble these colorful snacks.
- → Can I add extra protein?
Definitely! Add grilled tofu for a vegetarian boost, or shredded chicken for non-vegetarian variety.