Shaved Cabbage Apple Carrot (Printable)
Crunchy shaved cabbage, apple and carrot with creamy tahini-sesame dressing and toasted seeds.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables & Fruit
01 - 4 cups green cabbage, finely shaved
02 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned
03 - 1 large crisp apple, thinly sliced
04 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
05 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
→ Sesame Dressing
06 - 3 tablespoons tahini or toasted sesame paste
07 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
09 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
10 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
11 - 1 tablespoon water, more as needed
12 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
13 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
→ Toppings
14 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
15 - 1/4 cup roasted peanuts or cashews, roughly chopped (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a large salad bowl, place the shaved green cabbage, julienned carrots, sliced apple, scallions, and cilantro if using.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, toasted sesame oil, water, grated ginger, and minced garlic until a smooth dressing forms. Add additional water for a lighter consistency if desired.
03 - Pour the prepared sesame dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - Top with toasted sesame seeds and chopped nuts if desired.
05 - Serve immediately to maintain the crisp texture, or allow to rest for 10 minutes for a lightly softened salad.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between the creamy tangy dressing and that satisfying crunch keeps you coming back for another bite
- It comes together in under 20 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy restaurant
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- The dressing will thicken as it sits so add an extra splash of water before serving if needed
- This salad actually improves after 10 minutes of marinating but loses its perfect crunch after an hour
03 -
- A mandoline makes shaving the cabbage effortless and creates those delicate ribbons that make this salad feel elegant
- Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes before adding them, the aroma difference is remarkable