Bright, fresh, and packed with bold flavors, this Gluten-Free Asian Style Salad is the ultimate fusion of crunch and zest! Featuring a colorful medley of Napa and red cabbage, julienned carrots, crisp cucumbers, and vibrant bell pepper, this salad is bursting with nutritious vegetables. The tangy sesame dressing, made with gluten-free soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and freshly grated ginger, adds a perfect balance of sweet and savory notes. Finished with toasted sesame seeds and aromatic cilantro, this dish is a refreshing and wholesome option for gluten-free diets. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or a make-ahead meal, this salad comes together in just 20 minutes and is sure to elevate your menu with its Asian-inspired flair!
Begin by preparing all the vegetables. Shred the Napa cabbage and red cabbage, julienne the carrot, slice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red bell pepper. Slice the green onions and roughly chop the fresh cilantro.
Place the prepared vegetables, green onions, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining lime juice, gluten-free soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk together until the honey is fully dissolved.
Pour the sesame dressing over the salad and toss everything together to ensure that the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Add the toasted sesame seeds to the salad and give it one final gentle toss.
Serve the salad immediately, or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Calories |
456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 21.9 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1932 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1452 mg | 31% | |
*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.