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crispy cabbage carrot sesame salad recipe

Crispy Cabbage Carrot Sesame Salad

Owen ParkerOwen Parker
A vibrant, crunchy salad featuring fresh cabbage, sweet carrots, and a nutty sesame dressing. Perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 8 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl large
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Knife sharp

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients

  • 1 small head of green cabbage thinly sliced
  • 2 large carrots julienned
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds

Sesame Dressing

  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Wash and dry the cabbage and carrots thoroughly. Use a sharp knife or mandoline to thinly slice the cabbage and julienne the carrots.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey until well combined.
  • In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until they are golden and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, julienned carrots, and toasted sesame seeds.
  • Pour the sesame dressing over the salad ingredients and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  • Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more soy sauce or honey as desired.

Serving

  • Transfer the salad to a serving platter and garnish with additional sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.

Storage

  • Place any leftover salad in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days. For best results, store the dressing separately and combine before serving.

Notes

Pro Tips: Always use fresh vegetables for the best crunch and flavor.
Ingredient Substitutions: You can substitute rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar if needed.
How to Serve: Serve this salad as a side dish or top it with grilled chicken for a complete meal.
Storage & Freshness: Store the salad and dressing separately to maintain freshness.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the vegetables and dressing ahead of time and combine just before serving for maximum freshness.
Keyword crunchy vegetable salad, healthy sesame salad, sesame cabbage salad