Sesame Cabbage Salad

This Sesame Cabbage Salad is a crunchy and refreshing vegan side dish that combines the nutty flavor of sesame oil with crisp cabbage. Perfect as a light accompaniment to any meal, it’s both simple to prepare and full of flavor.

Ingredients

• Green cabbage - 200 grams, finely shredded
• Carrot - 50 grams, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
• Sesame oil - 15 ml
• Rice vinegar - 15 ml
• Soy sauce - 10 ml
• Maple syrup - 5 ml
• Sesame seeds - 10 grams, toasted
• Salt - 1 gram, to taste
• Black pepper - 1 gram, to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, chopped green onion, and chopped cilantro.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to combine, ensuring all the vegetables are evenly coated.
4. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top and gently mix again.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins C and K from cabbage, supporting immune function and bone health.
• High in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness.

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