Tangy Thai Cabbage Salad

Tangy Thai Cabbage Salad

I found a basic recipe for a Thai cabbage slaw, and I added a few tweaks of my own to give it a crunchier texture and a little more zip! It goes well with grilled meats and seafood on a hot day.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Yield:
6 side salads
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon Asian red chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon grapeseed oil, or more as needed
  • 1 small head napa cabbage, shredded
  • 2 carrots, shredded
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • ½ seedless cucumber, sliced paper-thin
  • 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped
  • ½ cup peanuts, chopped, or more to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
Whisk lime juice, chili paste, and sugar together in a small bowl. Add oil in slow stream while still whisking.

Step 2
Combine napa cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, cilantro, and peanuts in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss with tongs to coat. Chill salad for at least 1 hour. Stir and adjust seasonings before serving.

Cook’s Notes:

Use canola or peanut oil instead of grapeseed if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

134
Calories
8g
Fat
16g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 134
% Daily Value *
Total Fat8g 10%
Saturated Fat1g 6%
Sodium174mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate16g 6%
Dietary Fiber4g 14%
Total Sugars7g
Protein5g
Vitamin C57mg 285%
Calcium119mg 9%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium525mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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