Mediterranean Diet Vietnamese Cabbage Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with vibrant flavors, our Mediterranean Diet Vietnamese Cabbage Salad is a healthy fusion dish that blends Eastern and Western culinary traditions. This no-cook recipe showcases crisp green cabbage, sweet carrots, crunchy cucumber, and colorful red bell pepper, all tossed in a zesty lime-tamari vinaigrette with a hint of garlic and red chili flakes. Fresh herbs like cilantro and mint bring aromatic depth, while toasted sesame seeds and crushed roasted almonds add irresistible crunch and nuttiness. Perfect as a light main course or a crowd-pleasing side, this gluten-free, nutrient-rich salad is ready in just 20 minutes and embodies a perfect balance of wholesome Mediterranean ingredients with the bold, fresh flavors of Vietnamese cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Green cabbage
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Tamari (low-sodium, gluten-free soy sauce alternative)
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red chili flakes
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup Crushed roasted almonds

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the green cabbage and place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Grate the carrots using a box grater or julienne them for finer strips. Add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, remove the seeds with a spoon, and thinly slice it into half-moons. Add to the bowl.

Step 4

Julienne the red bell pepper and add it to the bowl along with the chopped fresh cilantro, mint leaves, and thinly sliced green onions.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, rice vinegar, tamari, honey, minced garlic, and crushed red chili flakes to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients until evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and crushed roasted almonds on top for added texture and crunch.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice or a pinch of salt if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately or allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(984.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	856.1

Total Fat 62.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 480.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.9g
Protein 20.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 552.8mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 2298.6mg	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: 60.1%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 31.1%