Chinese Sesame Salad
Crisp, colorful, and bursting with flavor, this Chinese Sesame Salad is a refreshing way to elevate your mealtime. Featuring a vibrant medley of crunchy Napa cabbage, shredded carrots, crisp cucumber, and sweet red bell pepper, this recipe delights with its balance of textures and tastes. Tossed in a tangy and slightly sweet sesame-ginger dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and a touch of honey, every bite is infused with aromatic Asian-inspired flavors. A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful nuttiness, while optional cilantro and red pepper flakes let you customize the salad to your liking. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect as a light lunch or side dish, this no-cook recipe is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this Chinese Sesame Salad is a surefire crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Keywords: Chinese Sesame Salad, sesame-ginger dressing, crunchy Asian salad, easy no-cook recipe, healthy side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Napa cabbage
- 1 cup Shredded carrots
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 3 stalks Green onions
- 1 handful Cilantro (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Thinly slice the Napa cabbage and place it in a large mixing bowl.
Add the shredded carrots to the bowl.
Remove the seeds from the red bell pepper and slice it into thin strips. Add to the bowl.
Cut the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference, and add to the salad.
Chop the green onions into small pieces and add. If using cilantro, roughly chop the leaves and toss them into the mix.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if desired).
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top for garnish.
Let the salad rest for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a light side dish or a refreshing main meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
150 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.6 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 495 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 571 mg | 12% | |
*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.
