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tasty japanese cabbage salad recipe

Japanese Cabbage Salad Recipe

Super fine cabbage with some light vegetables make this a great salad for sunny days, feeling healthy, and wellness.
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Course: Appetizer, Raw, Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Keyword: cabbage, sesame dressing
Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 71kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 4 cups chilled finely shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage optional
  • 1 large carrot
  • 2 green onions
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Optional toppings: Add-ins like sliced almonds crispy wonton strips, or crushed instant ramen noodles give added crunch and visual appeal.

For the Dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon salad oil avocado or olive
  • 1 tablespoon agave sweetener or honey
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder or 1 small garlic clove finely minced
  • Optional: A splash of lemon juice or yuzu juice to brighten the flavor even more.

Instructions

  • Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, neutral oil, sugar, ginger, and garlic until fully combined. Taste and adjust to your liking—add more sugar for sweetness, soy sauce for depth, or vinegar for extra tang.
    Optional toppings: Add-ins like sliced almonds, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, 1/2 tablespoon salad oil, 1 tablespoon agave sweetener, 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger, ½ teaspoon garlic powder or 1 small garlic clove, Optional: A splash of lemon juice or yuzu juice to brighten the flavor even more.
  • Assemble the salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrots, and green onions. Add any optional toppings such as almonds or crispy noodles.
    4 cups chilled finely shredded green cabbage, 1 cup shredded purple cabbage, 1 large carrot, 2 green onions
  • Toss and serve: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated. Top with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately, or refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
    1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Japanese Cabbage Salad Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
71
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Sodium
 
150
mg
7
%
Potassium
 
199
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
 
7
g
2
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
2676
IU
54
%
Vitamin C
 
28
mg
34
%
Calcium
 
58
mg
6
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.