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Sesame-Lime Cabbage Salad

Course: Salad
Cuisine: gluten-free
Keyword: cabbage salad
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 113kcal
Author: Megan Gilmore
This Cabbage Salad is lightly sweet and tangy, tossed in an easy sesame-lime dressing. The combination is addictive!
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Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 1/2 head cabbage , shredded (12 ounces or 4 cups)
  • 2 carrots , shredded (about 4 ounces or 1 cup)
  • 3 green onions , chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 large handful fresh cilantro , chopped (about 1 cup)
  • Sesame seeds , for garnish (optional)

For the dressing:

  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons raw honey , or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon raw apple cider vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove , minced (about 1 teaspoon)
  • 1 inch fresh ginger , minced (about 1 tablespoon; or 1 teaspoon ground)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the lime juice, honey, vinegar, garlic, ginger, salt, and sesame oil. Whisk well to combine.
  • Add in the shredded cabbage, carrots, green onion, and cilantro, then toss well to coat everything with the dressing. The flavors are best when you let them marinate together for at least 15 minutes.
  • After the salad has marinated, toss again right before serving, then garnish with sesame seeds, if desired. This recipe will serve 4 as a side salad, or 2 as a main course with your favorite toppings.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Notes

Time-Saving Tip: Use a 1 pound bag of shredded coleslaw mix to replace the shredded cabbage and carrots in this recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 335mg | Potassium: 333mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 5364IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1mg