Cabbage Salad Recipe (10 Minutes!)

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this asian Cabbage Salad Recipe is my favorite light and refreshing side dish When I don’t have much time to cook. It came together like lightning! Crunchy slaw (a time-saving shortcut I use in a variety of slaw recipes), green peppers, and sunflower seeds work beautifully with the sweet and savory flavors of the dressing.It has a unique flavor that pairs well with almost anything classic Asian style meals (like Hunan Beef) to your favorite BBQ Recipes.

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section explains how to choose the best toppings for slaw, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

Cabbage Salad:

• Coleslaw Mix -Using fresh pre-made coleslaw mix is ​​my go-to time saver for all kinds of slaw recipes! (I also use it when I make Taco Salad and egg rolls in bowl.) You can combine your own shredded green cabbage with shredded carrots if you like, though. You can also use red cabbage, savoy cabbage, or Napa cabbage for a more traditional Asian cabbage salad.
• Bell Pepper – Crunchy and naturally sweet. You can also try carrots, onions, celery, tomatoes or cucumbers.
• onion – Green onions add a delicious, mild onion flavor that pairs perfectly with the other ingredients.
• sunflower seeds – You can also substitute nuts such as walnuts, almonds or pecans.

Asian Salad Dressing:

• coconut aminos – This is a soy sauce substitute. Feel free to use traditional low-sodium soy sauce instead.
• olive oil – You can also use avocado oil or any neutral cooking oil you like.
• white wine vinegar – You can also use rice vinegar, white balsamic vinegar, or apple cider vinegar for a fuller flavor. Lemon juice (bottled or freshly squeezed) works too.
• sesame oil – Adds a nutty flavor and aroma. I prefer toasted sesame oil, but regular is fine too.
• seasoning – I simply season the dressing garlic powdersea salt and crushed red pepper flakes for some heat. A sprinkle of grated ginger (or freshly grated ginger) or a teaspoon of Dijon mustard would also make a nice addition.

Variations: Make the slaw dressing creamy, sweet, or both!

How to Make Slaw

This section shows how to make an Asian slaw salad recipe, with step-by-step photos and details on techniques to help you visualize it.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

1. Make the dressing. In a large bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, olive oil, white wine vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, sea salt, and crushed red pepper flakes. (I use the same bowl as the salad to save on doing the dishes, but you can also whisk the dressing in a smaller bowl and pour over the salad.)
2. Toss the cabbage salad topping. Add vegetables (cabbage mixture, bell peppers, and scallions) and sunflower seeds.

3. combined. Stir until well coated. If you have time, refrigerate to enhance the flavor. Garnish this slaw salad recipe with more scallions and sunflower seeds if you like.

storage instructions

• shop: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freezing is not recommended.
• Meal Prep: This slaw salad recipe is great for meal prep because it stores well and actually tastes better over time. Make this dish at least a few hours in advance if you can, but it’s not required.

What to Serve with Cabbage Salad

Cabbage salad recipes are versatile and can be served with almost any main dish, but here are some of my favorite recipes that can be served as side salads:

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Cabbage Salad Recipe (10 Minutes!)

It only takes 10 minutes to make this easy slaw recipe that includes shredded cabbage, bell peppers, sunflower seeds, and a simple Asian dressing.

Prepare: 10 minute

all: 10 minute

Serving Size: 6 (Adjust according to recipe ratio)

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1. in a large bowl, brush Combine coconut aminos or soy sauce, olive oil, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, sea salt, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).

2. Add coleslaw mixture, bell pepper, scallions, and sunflower seeds. Stir until well coated.

3. Serve immediately, or if you have time, refrigerate for later use 1 hour to enhance the flavor.

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 1 cup

For a sweeter dressing, add honey (regular or unsweetened honey) or powdered sweetener of choice to the dressing for flavor.

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 120

fat 9 grams

protein 2 grams

total carbohydrates 8 grams

net carbs 6 grams

fiber 2 grams

sugar 3 grams

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