Vegetarian Vietnamese Cabbage Salad

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly crunchy, this Vegetarian Vietnamese Cabbage Salad is the ultimate fusion of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly shredded green and red cabbage form the crisp base, complemented by julienned carrots, refreshing cucumber, and a medley of aromatic mint and cilantro. Tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice, and a hint of sesame oil, this salad offers a burst of zesty Southeast Asian flavors in every bite. Topped with roasted peanuts for a satisfying crunch, this quick, no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an easy and healthy side dish or a light, nutritious meal. Perfect for vegans and vegetarians alike, this gluten-free-friendly salad is a refreshing addition to any table!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
• 2 cups (shredded) Red cabbage
• 1 (medium, julienned or grated) Carrot
• 1 (small, julienned or thinly sliced) Cucumber
• 1 cup (loosely packed, chopped) Fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup (loosely packed, chopped) Fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Roasted peanuts
• 1 (small, thinly sliced) Shallot
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed) Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 (optional, thinly sliced) Red chili
• 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, julienned carrot, and julienned cucumber.

Step 2

Add the fresh mint leaves, fresh cilantro leaves, and thinly sliced shallot to the bowl. Gently toss to mix the vegetables and herbs together.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce (or tamari), lime juice, sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, red chili (if using), and salt until the sugar has fully dissolved.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly, ensuring all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the vegetables to soften slightly.

Step 6

Before serving, sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts on top for added crunch and flavor.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a light meal on its own or as a side dish to complement other dishes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1111.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	770.6

Total Fat 36.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2758.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.7g	0%
Total Sugars 48.4g
Protein 34.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1030.7mg	0%
Iron 27.4mg	0%
Potassium 3430.2mg	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: 37.1%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 47.4%