Tangy Thai Cabbage Salad

Perfect as a side to grilled meats, this Thai napa cabbage salad mixes cucumber, peppers, cilantro, and peanuts with a chili-lime dressing.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 134 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 2 carrots, shredded
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 limes, juiced
• 1 tablespoon Asian red chili paste
• 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 small head napa cabbage, shredded
• 1 teaspoon grapeseed oil, or more as needed
• 0.5 seedless cucumber, sliced paper-thin
• 0.33333334326744 cup cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup peanuts, chopped, or more to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Whisk lime juice, chili paste, and sugar together in a small bowl. Add oil in slow stream while still whisking.

Step 2

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.