Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant and healthy Dairy-Free Cabbage and Carrot Stir-Fry, a quick and flavorful dish packed with wholesome ingredients and bold Asian-inspired flavors. Perfectly sautéed cabbage and carrots are infused with the warming aroma of garlic and fresh ginger, then tossed in a savory soy sauce complemented by a hint of red chili flakes for subtle heat. This colorful stir-fry is topped with green onions and toasted sesame seeds for a delightful crunch and aromatic finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and perfect for busy nights or as a versatile side dish to complement rice or noodles.
Prepare the vegetables: Slice the cabbage into thin strips, peel and julienne the carrots, mince the garlic and ginger.
Heat the olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced cabbage and carrots to the wok. Stir-fry for 5 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly tender.
Pour in the soy sauce, and sprinkle red chili flakes, salt, and pepper over the vegetables. Continue to stir-fry for another 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Stir in the sliced green onions and sesame seeds, cooking for another 1 minute.
Remove from heat and transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with additional sesame seeds or sliced green onions.
Calories |
565 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 34.3 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2583 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 328 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1842 mg | 39% | |
*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.