Sugar-Free Asian Crunch Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Sugar-Free Asian Crunch Salad, perfect for those seeking a nutritious yet flavorful dish. Packed with crisp Napa cabbage, sweet red bell pepper, crunchy carrots, and fresh cucumber, this medley of wholesome vegetables is complemented by protein-rich edamame and nutty raw almonds. A zesty soy sauce dressing infused with rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice, ginger, and garlic ensures every bite bursts with bold, tangy Asian-inspired flavors—without added sugars. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro, this quick 20-minute recipe is ideal for a light lunch, a crowd-pleasing side, or a guilt-free dinner option. Try this sugar-free delight and savor the ultimate combo of taste, crunch, and health in every forkful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Napa cabbage
- 1 whole Red bell pepper
- 2 medium Carrots
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 2 stalks Scallions
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 cup Shelled edamame
- 0.5 cup Raw almonds
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
Instructions
Thinly slice the Napa cabbage and place it in a large salad bowl.
Core and thinly slice the red bell pepper. Peel and julienne the carrots. Thinly slice the cucumber. Add all to the bowl with the cabbage.
Chop the scallions and fresh cilantro, adding them to the salad bowl.
Add the shelled edamame and almonds, giving everything a good mix for even distribution.
Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the mixed salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat all vegetables with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor development.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.4 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1135 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.8 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 663 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2758 mg | 59% | |
*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.
