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Bowl of fresh Napa cabbage salad with colorful vegetables and dressing

Fresh Napa Cabbage Salad

A vibrant and crunchy salad packed with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad ingredients
  • 1 small head napa cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 cup carrots, grated
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Dressing ingredients
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the napa cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

For extra crunch, keep the cabbage in bigger pieces. Serve with grilled chicken or shrimp, and consider adding toasted seeds or nuts on top.