Nut-Free Vietnamese Cabbage Salad

Bright, crunchy, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Nut-Free Vietnamese Cabbage Salad is a vibrant twist on a classic dish that’s perfect for a healthy meal or side. Featuring a colorful medley of shredded green and red cabbage, crisp carrots, and aromatic herbs like mint and cilantro, this salad offers a refreshing crunch in every bite. A zesty, tangy dressing made with lime juice, fish sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of sesame oil ties it all together, while optional shredded chicken makes it hearty enough for a main course. Whether you're avoiding nuts due to allergies or simply looking for a lighter variation of traditional Vietnamese salads, this 20-minute recipe delivers bold flavors, wholesome ingredients, and endless versatility. Serve it as a side or enjoy it on its own for a quick, satisfying dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

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 large (julienned or shredded) Carrot
• 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh mint leaves
• 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro leaves
• 3 (thinly sliced) Green onions
• 1 cup Cooked and shredded chicken breast (optional)
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 (thinly sliced) Red chili (optional, for heat)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables by shredding the green and red cabbage, julienning or shredding the carrot, and chopping the fresh mint and cilantro.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the green and red cabbage, julienned carrot, chopped mint, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions. If using shredded chicken, add it at this stage.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, rice vinegar, granulated sugar, minced garlic, sesame oil, and sliced red chili (if using) until the sugar is dissolved and the dressing is well combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated. Adjust the seasoning with more lime juice or fish sauce, if needed, to suit your taste.

Step 5

Let the salad sit for about 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a light meal or side dish. Enjoy your refreshing Nut-Free Vietnamese Cabbage Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1210.7 grams (1210.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	856

Total Fat 26.00g	33%
Saturated Fat 4.70g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 203mg	68%
Sodium 2870mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 79.90g	29%
Dietary Fiber 25.50g	91%
Total Sugars 39.20g
Protein 88.80g	178%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 729mg	56%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 3085mg	66%

*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: 25.7%

Protein: 39.1%

Carbs: 35.2%