Cabbage, Carrot and Coriander salad with lime and Sesame dressing
This is super simple and showcases seasonal veg this time of year. A definite one for you to try. I promise it will be a salad you make right through the summer!
Ingredients
- 1/2 head white cabbage, shredded
- 3 carrots, grated
- 3-4 spring onions, chopped
- 1 large handful of fresh coriander, chopped
- Sesame seeds or cashews for garnish, (optional)
For the dressing
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon of raw honey
- 1 teaspoon good quality apple cider vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a large bowl, combine the lime juice, honey, vinegar, garlic, ginger, salt, and sesame oil. Whisk well to combine.
- Add in the shredded cabbage, carrots, green onion, and coriander, then toss well to coat everything with the dressing.
- Leave sit for a minimum of 15 minutes before serving to ensure the flavours are well combined
- Toss again just before you serve.
- Garnish with a few extra leaves of coriander, some sesame seeds or cashews also if you wish.
This is gorgeous on its own or as a side for fish or meat. Perfect for those BBQ days!
Will last in the fridge for 3-4 days in a sealed container
FYI
Cabbage Health Benefits
- A source of vitamin B1 (thiamine) which contributes to normal function of the heart.
- A source of folate which contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- High in vitamin C
- High in protein as 36% of its calories comes from protein
- Naturally low in fat
- Naturally low in calories
- Naturally high in fibre
Carrot Health Benefits
- High in vitamin A which contributes to the maintenance of normal skin and vision.
- Naturally fat free
- Naturally low in calories
- Naturally high in fibre
Scallion Health Benefits
- Naturally fat-free
- Naturally low in calories
- Naturally high in fibre
- A high protein food as 35% of its calories come from protein which contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass and normal bones.
- A source of folate
- High in vitamin C which contributes to normal function of the immune system.
