Nut-Free Napa Cabbage Salad

Bright, crisp, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Nut-Free Napa Cabbage Salad is a vibrant, allergy-friendly twist on a classic. Packed with thinly shredded Napa cabbage, crunchy carrots, sweet red bell pepper, and a hint of fresh cilantro, this salad delivers a refreshing crunch in every bite. The tangy-sweet dressing, made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, and honey, perfectly complements the vegetables, while a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful texture. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy, no-cook recipe is perfect as a light side dish or a quick, healthful main course. Ideal for those seeking a nut-free, nutrient-packed option, this salad is a delicious way to elevate your mealtime!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head Napa cabbage
• 2 medium Carrot
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 4 stalks Green onion
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the Napa cabbage. Remove any wilted outer leaves. Cut the cabbage into quarters lengthwise and then finely shred each quarter crosswise to achieve thin cabbage strips.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or a food processor. Alternatively, you can julienne them for a more decorative look.

Step 3

Deseed the red bell pepper and slice it thinly.

Step 4

Chop the green onions into thin slices, both the white and green parts.

Step 5

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro leaves, discarding the thicker stems.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded Napa cabbage, grated or julienned carrots, sliced red bell pepper, chopped green onions, and cilantro. Toss gently to mix all the vegetables.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is well combined.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large mixing bowl. Toss thoroughly to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Before serving, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top for added texture and flavor.

Step 11

Serve immediately as a refreshing side or light main dish, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1400.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	754.9

Total Fat 37.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3077.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 43.7g
Protein 21.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 901.0mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 3131.1mg	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: 45.8%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 42.8%