This quick and easy kimchi salad is the perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and crunchy. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing. Serve it as a side to your favorite Korean-inspired meal or enjoy it on its own!
Ingredients
- 2 cups of Napa cabbage kimchi, chopped
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped kimchi, sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, and chopped green onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- Enjoy your quick and easy kimchi salad!
Interesting Facts
Kimchi is a traditional Korean side dish made of fermented vegetables, most commonly napa cabbage and radishes.
Kimchi is known for its probiotic properties, which can promote a healthy gut microbiome.
This salad is a quick and easy way to enjoy the flavors of kimchi without the need for a long fermentation process.