Low Sodium Cabbage and Carrot Stir-Fry
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and nutritious Low Sodium Cabbage and Carrot Stir-Fry—a quick and easy dish packed with flavor and perfect for a healthy lifestyle. This recipe combines tender-crisp cabbage and sweet carrots, stir-fried with aromatic garlic and ginger for a fragrant base. A splash of low sodium soy sauce and rice vinegar provides a tangy, umami-rich kick without overwhelming sodium levels, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a delightful nutty finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this colorful dish is perfect as a wholesome side or a light, vegetarian main. Enjoy this nutrient-dense stir-fry that's as simple to make as it is delicious to savor!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cabbage
- 3 medium Carrots
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your vegetables: thinly slice the cabbage, peel and julienne the carrots, mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and chop the green onions.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the sliced cabbage and julienned carrots to the skillet, stir-frying for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables soften but still retain some crunch.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, and black pepper, mixing well to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated.
Step 6
Continue to cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Remove from heat and toss in the chopped green onions.
Step 8
Transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Step 9
Serve hot as a side dish or enjoy on its own for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (841.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 575.8 |
| Total Fat 34.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1392.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.5g | |
| Protein 14.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 338.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1841.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories