How to Make Tangy Thai Cabbage Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Thai cuisine, the flavors are bold, vibrant, and full of depth. One dish that encompasses all these characteristics is the Tangy Thai Cabbage Salad. This refreshing salad is a combination of fresh, crunchy vegetables, zesty dressing, and a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors. It's the perfect accompaniment to any grilled or roasted meats, or as a light and satisfying meal on its own.

The star of this salad is the cabbage, which adds a lovely crunc...

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Ingredients

  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon Asian red chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon grapeseed oil, or more as needed
  • 1 small head napa cabbage, shredded
  • 2 carrots, shredded
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • ½ seedless cucumber, sliced paper-thin
  • ⅓ cup cilantro, chopped
  • ½ cup peanuts, chopped, or more to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 side salads

  • Whisk lime juice, chili paste, and sugar together in a small bowl. Add oil in slow stream while still whisking.
  • Combine napa cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, cilantro, and peanuts in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss with tongs to coat. Chill salad for at least 1 hour. Stir and adjust seasonings before serving.
  • Nutrition

    134 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 174mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 57mg
    • Calcium: 119mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 525mg