Red Cabbage Salad with a Touch of Asia

Bright, crunchy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Red Cabbage Salad with a Touch of Asia is a refreshing twist on a classic slaw. Shredded red cabbage and crisp carrots form the colorful base, while green onions and fresh cilantro add a punch of freshness. The zesty Asian-inspired dressing, featuring soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and a hint of garlic and ginger, ties everything together with an irresistible umami tang. A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and a touch of red chili flakes bring a nutty warmth and subtle heat to every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this healthy, gluten-free salad is perfect as a vibrant side dish or a make-ahead addition to any meal. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly crave-worthy, it’s a crowd-pleaser that tastes even better the next day!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Red cabbage
• 2 medium Carrot
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Finely shred the red cabbage into thin strips and place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrots, and add them to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Chop the green onions into thin slices and roughly chop the fresh cilantro. Add both to the bowl.

Step 4

Toast the sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and red chili flakes.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to combine and evenly coat the vegetables.

Step 7

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad and gently toss again.

Step 8

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve fresh as a side dish or refrigerate for up to 24 hours for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(999.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	568.1

Total Fat 25.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1445.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.3g	0%
Total Sugars 36.6g
Protein 16.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 438.0mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 2473.9mg	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: 36.2%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 53.1%