Dairy-Free Napa Cabbage Salad
Bright, crunchy, and completely dairy-free, this Napa Cabbage Salad is a refreshing twist on classic coleslaw recipes. Featuring crisp Napa cabbage, sweet carrots, vibrant red bell pepper, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and almonds, this salad delivers a delightful mix of textures and flavors. The zesty dressing, made with olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and a hint of maple syrup, is perfectly balanced with the warmth of fresh ginger and garlic. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a quick and healthy option for a light lunch, a side dish, or even a potluck crowd-pleaser. Packed with fresh vegetables and free of dairy, this salad is not only flavorful but also vegan-friendly, making it an ideal choice for a variety of diets. Serve it chilled for an extra-refreshing bite!
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Ingredients
- 1 head Napa cabbage
- 2 large Carrots
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 4 stalks Green onions
- 0.5 cup Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
- 0.5 cup Almonds
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Thinly slice the Napa cabbage and place it into a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Peel and julienne the carrots, then add them to the bowl with the cabbage.
Step 3
Core and thinly slice the red bell pepper, and chop the green onions. Add these to the bowl as well.
Step 4
Roughly chop the cilantro and add it along with the toasted sesame seeds to the mixture.
Step 5
Roughly chop the almonds and set aside.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, and black pepper.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Sprinkle the almonds on top of the salad before serving.
Step 9
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1440.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1422.0 |
| Total Fat 100.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1350.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 88.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 43.7g | |
| Protein 33.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1091.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3186.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories