Cabbage, Cashew, and Fennel Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
51%
Cabbage, Cashew, and Fennel Salad
30 min.
8
112kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that’s both healthy and delicious? Look no further than this Cabbage, Cashew, and Fennel Salad! Bursting with flavor and texture, this salad is a delightful combination of crunchy vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a zesty dressing that will tantalize your taste buds.

The star of this dish is the thinly sliced red cabbage, which not only adds a beautiful pop of color but also packs a nutritional punch. Paired with the crispness of fennel and the sweetness of carrots, each bite is a celebration of fresh ingredients. The toasted cashew pieces provide a satisfying crunch, while the torn mint leaves add a refreshing note that elevates the entire dish.

What makes this salad even more appealing is its versatility. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish at a family gathering, an antipasti platter for a casual get-together, or a light snack, it’s sure to impress. Plus, it’s gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delightful salad in no time. The dressing, made with Vietnamese fish sauce, garlic, and rice vinegar, brings a unique umami flavor that ties all the ingredients together beautifully. Make it ahead of time and enjoy the convenience of a ready-to-serve dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • medium carrots cut into thin matchsticks
  • 0.7 cup cashew pieces toasted
  • 1.5 cups fennel bulb thinly sliced
  • tablespoons fish sauce 
  • large garlic clove smashed
  • 0.3 cup mint leaves 
  • qt cabbage red thinly sliced
  • pinch salt 
  •  serrano chiles red chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons sugar divided
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender
  • mortar and pestle

Directions

  1. Pound chiles, garlic, 1/2 tsp. sugar, and salt into paste in a mortar, or in a blender.
  2. Transfer paste to a small bowl and add remaining 1 tsp. sugar, the fish sauce, and rice vinegar.
  3. Combine carrot, fennel, cabbage, and mint in a large bowl.
  4. Pour dressing over the vegetables, tossing to coat evenly.
  5. Sprinkle with cashews just before serving.
  6. Make ahead: Up to 2 days, slaw mixture and dressing. Just before serving, combine with nuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories112kcal
Protein13.85%
Fat36.56%
Carbs49.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.39
Glycemic Load
3.83
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
16.281739240107%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
248.22mg
Delphinidin
0.12mg
Pelargonidin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.61mg
Hesperetin
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.15mg
Luteolin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.25mg
Quercetin
0.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:112.35kcal
5.62%
Fat:4.98g
7.65%
Saturated Fat:0.88g
5.52%
Carbohydrates:15.18g
5.06%
Net Carbohydrates:11.48g
4.17%
Sugar:7.12g
7.91%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:405.85mg
17.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.24g
8.48%
Vitamin C:70.81mg
85.83%
Vitamin K:60.2µg
57.33%
Vitamin A:2683.19IU
53.66%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.38%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
16.92%
Magnesium:63.36mg
15.84%
Fiber:3.71g
14.82%
Copper:0.28mg
13.99%
Potassium:475.31mg
13.58%
Phosphorus:112.68mg
11.27%
Iron:1.93mg
10.72%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.71%
Folate:33.92µg
8.48%
Calcium:74.44mg
7.44%
Zinc:0.96mg
6.43%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.17%
Selenium:3.49µg
4.99%
Vitamin B3:0.93mg
4.65%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.39%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.52%
Source:My Recipes