No Mayo Chinese Cabbage Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 large head Chinese cabbage (approximately 1 pound), shredded
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumbers
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

For the Dressing:

• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

1 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, onion, cilantro, and ginger.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and sesame seeds.
3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 50 per serving
• Fat: 1 gram
• Saturated Fat: 0 grams
• Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
• Sodium: 120 milligrams
• Carbohydrates: 10 grams
• Fiber: 2 grams
• Protein: 2 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Light and refreshing
• Crunchy and flavorful
• No mayonnaise, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions

User Comments:

• "This salad is so delicious and healthy! I love the combination of flavors."
• "I'm not a huge fan of Chinese cabbage, but this salad changed my mind. It's so fresh and tasty."
• "I made this for my family and they all raved about it. It's a great side dish for any meal."
• "This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser."
• "I love that there's no mayo in this salad. It's a great way to add some crunch and flavor to your meals."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the cabbage mixture and dressing separately. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, combine the cabbage mixture and dressing.
• If you don't have Chinese cabbage, you can use regular green cabbage.
• Add other vegetables to the salad, such as bell peppers, snap peas, or edamame.