Asian Cabbage Salad (Printable)

Crunchy cabbage with sesame-ginger dressing, toasted nuts, and fresh herbs. Ready in just 15 minutes.

# What you'll need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 cups shredded green cabbage
02 - 2 cups shredded red cabbage
03 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
04 - 3 green onions, thinly sliced
05 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

→ Nuts & Seeds

06 - 1/3 cup roasted cashews or peanuts, roughly chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

→ Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
09 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
12 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
13 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
14 - 1 garlic clove, minced
15 - 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili sauce, optional

# Method:

01 - In a large bowl, combine shredded green and red cabbage, julienned carrot, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce or tamari, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sriracha until well blended.
03 - Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat all vegetables evenly.
04 - Add the chopped roasted nuts and toasted sesame seeds, then toss again just before serving.
05 - Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes.
  • A healthy, vegan, and gluten-free option for any occasion.
  • Perfect balance of savory sesame oil, tangy lime, and spicy ginger.
02 -
  • Refrigerate the salad for up to 2 hours to allow the ginger and garlic flavors to develop fully.
  • Always check labels on soy sauce or tamari to ensure the dish remains strictly gluten-free.
  • Add the nuts just before serving to ensure they stay perfectly crunchy.
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