Low Fat Vietnamese Cabbage Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Low Fat Vietnamese Cabbage Salad is a health-conscious twist on a classic Southeast Asian favorite. Packed with crisp green cabbage, sweet carrots, and vibrant red bell peppers, this salad is elevated by the fragrant addition of fresh cilantro, mint, and green onions. Tossed in a zesty dressing made with rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, garlic, and grated ginger, it offers the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory notes. This low-calorie dish is easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, requires no cooking, and can be enjoyed as a light lunch or a side dish for any meal. Optional crushed roasted peanuts add a delightful crunch for those seeking extra texture without compromising its low-fat appeal. Perfect for vegan and vegetarian palates (when substituting honey), this healthy Vietnamese cabbage salad is your go-to recipe for a guilt-free, flavor-packed experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
• 1 cup (julienned) Carrots
• 1 medium (thinly sliced) Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh mint leaves
• 2 stalks (thinly sliced) Green onions
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove (minced) Garlic
• 1 teaspoon (grated) Fresh ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil (optional for flavor, low-fat version can use sparingly or omit)
• 2 tablespoons (optional) Crushed roasted peanuts (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, julienned carrots, thinly sliced red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, chopped mint leaves, and sliced green onions.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, fresh lime juice, honey, minced garlic, grated fresh ginger, and sesame oil (if using). This will be your salad dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss well to coat everything evenly.

Step 4

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. For extra tang, you can add a small splash of rice vinegar or lime juice.

Step 5

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and optionally garnish with crushed roasted peanuts for added crunch and flavor.

Step 6

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld. This salad is best served fresh.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(696.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	353.6

Total Fat 12.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 649.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 16.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 379.0mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1724.3mg	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: 26.9%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 57.1%