Napa Cabbage Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Napa Cabbage Salad is the perfect addition to any meal. Featuring thinly sliced Napa cabbage, crunchy carrots, sweet red bell peppers, and aromatic cilantro, this salad combines fresh vegetables with an irresistible Asian-inspired dressing made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and fragrant ginger and garlic. Toasted sesame seeds and sliced almonds add a delightful nutty crunch, while the quick 20-minute prep time makes this recipe ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve it chilled or at room temperature as a light side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, stir-fries, or even as a standalone delight. This nutrient-packed salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head Napa cabbage
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
• 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the Napa cabbage. Remove any outer leaves that are wilted or damaged. Chop the cabbage into thin strips and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrot using a box grater or a food processor. Add the grated carrot to the cabbage in the bowl.

Step 3

Remove the seeds and core from the red bell pepper, then slice it into thin strips. Add these to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Chop the green onions into thin slices, both the white and green parts, and add them to the bowl.

Step 5

Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and add them to the bowl along with the toasted sesame seeds and sliced almonds.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic clove. Whisk together until smooth.

Step 7

Season the dressing with black pepper and salt to taste, mixing well.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad in the large bowl. Toss everything together gently to ensure the vegetables are well coated with the dressing.

Step 9

Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then give it a final toss before serving.

Step 10

Serve the Napa cabbage salad chilled or at room temperature, as a fresh side complement to your meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1266.6 grams (1266.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	969

Total Fat 57.30g	73%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2450mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 80.50g	29%
Dietary Fiber 26.90g	96%
Total Sugars 41.50g
Protein 33.20g	66%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1060mg	82%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 3316mg	71%

*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: 53.1%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 33.2%