Korean Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with bold, savory flavor, this Korean Salad is the perfect side dish for your next meal. Featuring crisp Napa cabbage, crunchy carrot, cooling cucumber, and vibrant red bell pepper, this colorful medley is tossed in a tangy dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of sesame oil, honey, and Korean gochugaru for a gentle kick of heat. Toasted sesame seeds add a nutty finish, while the quick prep time (just 15 minutes!) makes this an effortless option for weeknight dinners or potlucks. Serve it fresh or allow the flavors to meld for an even deeper taste—pair it with grilled meats or your favorite Korean barbecue for a truly authentic experience. Perfect for fans of Asian-inspired dishes, this versatile salad is as healthy as it is satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Napa cabbage
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 0.5 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Korean gochugaru (red pepper flakes)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic

Directions

Step 1

1. Thinly slice the Napa cabbage and add it to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

2. Peel and julienne the carrot, then thinly slice the cucumber. Add both to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

3. Slice the green onions into thin rounds and finely chop the red bell pepper. Add them to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

4. Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

5. Mince the garlic clove and set it aside for the dressing.

Step 6

6. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, gochugaru, sesame oil, honey, and minced garlic to make the dressing.

Step 7

7. Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the mixing bowl and toss well to combine.

Step 8

8. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.

Step 9

9. Serve immediately as a side dish, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(599.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	346.2

Total Fat 20.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1218.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.4g
Protein 9.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 220.3mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1229.8mg	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: 50.9%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 38.0%