Hot and Sour Cabbage Salad

Tangy, spicy, and irresistibly refreshing, Hot and Sour Cabbage Salad is the perfect balance of bold Asian-inspired flavors and crisp, crunchy textures. This quick and easy salad features finely shredded green cabbage, sweet julienned carrots, and vibrant red chili pepper, all tossed in a zesty soy sauce and rice vinegar dressing infused with fresh ginger, garlic, and a hint of honey. Toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro add the perfect finishing touch, making this salad as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with any meal, from grilled meats to vegetarian entrees, or even as a light, stand-alone snack. Perfect for meal prep, this salad can be prepped ahead and stored for up to a day, deepening its punchy flavor profile with every minute.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head green cabbage
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 red chili pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, then cut it in half. Finely shred the cabbage using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel the carrot and julienne it into thin matchstick-sized pieces. Add the carrot to the mixing bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red chili pepper (remove seeds for less heat) and finely chop the cilantro leaves. Add both to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top of the salad and give it one final toss.

Step 7

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	572.8 grams (572.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	350

Total Fat 18.30g	23%
Saturated Fat 2.60g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3020mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 41.70g	15%
Dietary Fiber 13.60g	49%
Total Sugars 21.50g
Protein 12.10g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270mg	21%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1329mg	28%

*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: 43.4%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 43.9%