Sally's Napa Cabbage Salad is a refreshing and nutritious salad packed with flavors and textures. It combines crisp Napa cabbage, colorful vegetables, and an irresistible dressing that will leave you wanting more. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for any meal. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the delightful combination of taste and healthiness.
Ingredients
- 1 small head of Napa cabbage
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 carrot
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
- Thinly slice the Napa cabbage and place it in a large bowl.
- Julienne the red bell pepper and grate the carrot. Add them to the bowl with the cabbage.
- Toss in the chopped cilantro, green onions, sliced almonds, and dried cranberries.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss well to combine.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the Napa cabbage salad immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Napa cabbage is a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine.
The combination of crunchy cabbage and flavorful dressing makes this salad incredibly delicious.
Almonds and dried cranberries add a delightful texture and sweetness to the salad.
You can customize the dressing by adjusting the amount of honey, soy sauce, or vinegar based on your taste preferences.