Chinese Cabbage and Bean Sprout Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Chinese Cabbage and Bean Sprout Salad is the perfect fusion of crunchy textures and tangy goodness. Featuring thinly sliced Chinese cabbage, fresh bean sprouts, and vibrant julienned carrots, this colorful medley is tossed in a savory sesame-soy dressing infused with garlic and a hint of sweetness. The salad is finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch that elevates every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this healthy side dish is ideal for busy weeknights or as a refreshing complement to your favorite Asian-inspired meals. Perfect for lovers of light, low-carb dishes, this recipe captures the essence of simplicity and bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Chinese cabbage
- 200 grams Bean sprouts
- 1 medium Carrot
- 2 stalks Green onion
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the Chinese cabbage, then thinly slice it into strips.
Rinse the bean sprouts thoroughly under cold water and drain well.
Peel the carrot and julienne it into thin matchstick-sized pieces.
Finely chop the green onions, including the green tops.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced Chinese cabbage, bean sprouts, julienned carrot, and chopped green onions.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top as a garnish.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
100 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.3 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 475 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 380 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
