A fresh, tangy, crunchy salad perfect for weight loss, meal prep, or as a side with chicken, fish, or BBQ 🌿
📝 Ingredients
Slaw:
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3 cups shredded green cabbage
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1 cup shredded carrots
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½ red onion, thinly sliced
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1 small cucumber or green apple, julienned (optional)
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2 tbsp chopped green onions or cilantro
Dressing:
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3 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1½ tbsp honey or maple syrup
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
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1 tsp grated ginger
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1 tsp minced garlic
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Optional: pinch chili flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
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Add cabbage, carrots, onion, cucumber, and herbs to a bowl.
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Whisk dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
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Pour dressing over veggies and toss well.
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Rest 5–10 minutes before serving for best flavor.
🌟 Benefits
✔ Low-calorie
✔ High fiber
✔ Gut-friendly
✔ Anti-inflammatory
✔ Great for weight loss
💡 Tips
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Add grilled chicken or shrimp for protein.
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Swap honey for stevia for zero sugar.
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Add toasted sesame seeds for crunch.
❓ Q & A
Q: How long does this last?
Up to 3 days refrigerated.
Q: Can I skip onion?
Yes — use green onions instead.
Q: Keto option?
Use monk fruit instead of honey.