Gluten-Free Vietnamese Cabbage Salad

Bright, fresh, and perfectly refreshing, this Gluten-Free Vietnamese Cabbage Salad is a vibrant medley of crisp green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and fragrant herbs like cilantro and mint. Tossed in a tangy, flavor-packed dressing made from rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, fish sauce, and sesame oil, this salad is a zesty delight with subtle umami notes. Optional shredded chicken adds protein, while roasted peanuts provide a satisfying crunch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this easy and healthy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or as a light side dish. Naturally gluten-free and customizable, it’s a delicious way to enjoy Vietnamese flavors in a wholesome package!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Green cabbage
• 2 cups Red cabbage
• 2 medium Carrots
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup Cooked and shredded chicken (optional)
• 0.25 cup Unsalted roasted peanuts
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1.5 tablespoons Fish sauce (gluten-free preferred)
• 1.5 tablespoons Honey
• 1 clove Garlic clove, minced
• 1 unit Fresh red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

Finely shred the green and red cabbage and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and julienne the carrots, then add them to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves. Add them to the bowl.

Step 4

If using chicken, shred or thinly slice the cooked chicken and add it to the salad.

Step 5

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the rice vinegar, lime juice, fish sauce, honey, minced garlic, chili (if using), and sesame oil until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the roasted peanuts on top just before serving for an added crunch.

Step 8

Serve immediately or let the salad sit in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1137.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1067.2

Total Fat 38.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 202.8mg	0%
Sodium 2478.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.4g	0%
Total Sugars 56.3g
Protein 95.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 674.2mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 3093.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 34.0%

Carbs: 35.1%