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Shredded Daikon Salad

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pile of shredded daikon sprinkled with black and white sesame seeds on a gold plate
Photo by Alex Lau, Prop Styling by Beatrice Chastka, Food Styling by Lillian Chou

This salad is palate-cleansing and refreshing. A little spicy, a little tart—and you can prep it in advance. The thinner you slice the daikon, the better it will absorb the flavor of the dressing.  

    

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