A crunchy, colorful salad

Lotus root, the edible rhizome of the beautiful flower, has been used as a vegetable for centuries in Chinese and other Asian cuisines. Added to salads, it brings a crunch while providing fiber, vitamins and minerals. This recipe uses fresh lotus root. Although lotus root is often sold canned or vacuum-packed, you can find fresh

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