Sweet Sesame-Lime Cabbage Salad

Name: Sweet Sesame-Lime Cabbage Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1 pound shredded cabbage; 2 shredded carrots; 3 green onions; ½ cup fresh cilantro; ½ cup sliced almonds; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 3 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 1 garlic clove; 1 inch fresh ginger; ½ teaspoon sea salt

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Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
4
Calories
180 kcal
Course
Salad
Cuisine
gluten-free

Sweet Sesame-Lime Cabbage Salad

Dana Benson

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This Cabbage Salad is lightly sweet and tangy, tossed in an easy sesame-lime dressing. It's a delicious alternative to creamy coleslaw and makes the perfect side dish or main course topped with your favorite protein.

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Ingredients

Servings

Salad Ingredients:

1 pound shredded cabbage (about ½ head)
2 shredded carrots (or 1 cup)
3 green onions , chopped (about ½ cup)
½ cup fresh cilantro , chopped
½ cup sliced almonds (optional crunch)

Cabbage Salad Dressing:

3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 garlic clove , minced (about 1 teaspoon)
1 inch fresh ginger , minced (about 1 tablespoon)
½ teaspoon sea salt

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Instructions

Combine the lime juice, vinegar, honey, toasted sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk well to combine.
Add the shredded cabbage, carrots, green onion, and cilantro, then toss well to coat everything with the dressing. Allow the salad to marinate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Taste the salad again just before serving, and make any adjustments as needed. Add extra salt to boost the flavor, or a pinch of black pepper or red pepper flakes for extra spice. Top with sliced almonds for added crunch, and enjoy!
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Notes

Nutrition information is for 1/4 of this entire recipe, which is roughly 1 1/2 cups of prepared salad with dressing. This information is automatically calculated and is just an estimate, not a guarantee.
For a creamier salad: Replace the toasted sesame oil with 2 tablespoons of peanut butter or almond butter in the salad dressing.
For a vegan salad: Replace the honey with agave or maple syrup, to taste.
Update Note: This recipe was updated in January 2024 to be more flavorful. If you prefer the original, remove 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of honey.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 180kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0.003g Sodium 336mg (14%) Potassium 442mg (13%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 15g (30%) Vitamin A 5437IU (109%) Vitamin C 49mg (54%) Calcium 98mg (10%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 180 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	180kcal	9%
Carbohydrates	23g	8%
Protein	5g	10%
Fat	9g	14%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	3g	18%
Monounsaturated Fat	5g	25%
Trans Fat	0.003g	0%
Sodium	336mg	14%
Potassium	442mg	9%
Fiber	6g	24%
Sugar	15g	30%
Vitamin A	5437IU	109%
Vitamin C	49mg	54%
Calcium	98mg	10%
Iron	1mg	6%