The green curry paste needs a special stop at Harris Teeter or an ethnic market; most Food Lion, ALDI, and Walmart locations don't stock it reliably, adding real friction to a weeknight. The stated 5-minute title contradicts 45 minutes total, which likely accounts for prep work on raw vegetables that the ingredient list doesn't acknowledge—budget closer to 30 minutes hands-on if you're prepping from whole carrots and broccoli. Cost per serving runs roughly $2 to $2.50 once you factor in curry paste, sour cream, and sunflower seeds, and the sour cream base means this does not reheat well and tastes best the same night. That said, it's a refreshing salad that feeds four, travels if needed, and the warm-spiced dressing with cool slaw works for a light supper, especially if you have the curry paste on hand already.