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Thai Inspired Salad

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Fresh, crunchy, and zesty, this Thai Inspired Salad combines napa cabbage, red cabbage, radish, cucumber, edamame, carrots, and herbs, all tossed in a lime-honey dressing and finished with sesame for the perfect refreshing bite.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 large head Chinese or napa cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 small head red cabbage, finely shredded
  • 8 oz Korean radish or daikon, peeled and cut into matchsticks
  • 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 10 oz frozen shelled edamame, thawed
  • 2 large carrots, shredded
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 2 large limes
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons raw honey
  • 3 garlic cloves, pressed
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black or white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed chili flakes
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare and shred all vegetables. Place napa cabbage, red cabbage, radish, cucumber, edamame, carrots, green onions, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  2. In a small jar, combine lime juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Shake well until emulsified.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat.
  4. Finish with toasted sesame oil and sesame seeds before serving.
  5. Store in the fridge up to 48 hours.

Notes

  • Best served chilled for maximum crunch and flavor.
  • Can add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
  • Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of salt for added umami and gluten-free option.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg