Vegan Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Salad

Bright, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, this Vegan Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Salad is a quick and easy side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with vibrant shredded cabbage, sweet grated carrots, and a zesty mix of green onions and cilantro, this salad is elevated by the nutty crunch of toasted sunflower seeds and sesame seeds. The tangy dressing, made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, and fresh lime juice, comes together in minutes to perfectly coat every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this vegan salad is not only refreshing but also nutrient-rich and gluten-free. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a light, satisfying option that pairs beautifully with your favorite mains. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, this simple yet flavorful recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 head green cabbage
• 2 large carrot
• 3 stalks green onion
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.25 cup raw sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the green cabbage and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Chop the green onions and cilantro, and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

In a small skillet, lightly toast the sunflower seeds over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 5

Add the toasted sunflower seeds to the salad mixture.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, fresh lime juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing, whisking until well combined.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture, tossing everything together until well coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top of the salad and toss gently.

Step 9

Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Step 10

Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(634.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	713.0

Total Fat 54.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1911.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 27.5g
Protein 16.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239.2mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 1385.7mg	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: 64.0%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 27.5%