This Tangy Thai Cabbage Salad is a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, herbs, and tangy dressing. It is a perfect side dish or light lunch option that is both healthy and flavorful. The combination of crunchy cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, and refreshing herbs is elevated with a zesty dressing featuring lime, soy sauce, and a hint of spice. This recipe only takes ___ minutes to prepare and is suitable for various diets including vegetarian and gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 1 small head of green cabbage
- 2 carrots
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Thinly slice the cabbage and place it in a large mixing bowl.
- Grate the carrots and dice the bell peppers. Add them to the bowl with the cabbage.
- Chop the cilantro and mint leaves and add them to the bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, Sriracha sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well to combine.
- Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, garnish the salad with roasted peanuts for added crunch.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
