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    Home » Diet » Gluten Free Recipes

    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing

    5 from 1 vote
    Posted May 12, 2017 (last updated April 30, 2018) by Wendy Polisi

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    This Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing is a great way to mix up your salad routine and help you stay on track with eating light.

    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    There are few things that I love more than eating a great side or salad that’s packed full of fresh vegetables.

    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    This Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing has all the right ingredients to boost your energy levels with a dressing that’s easy on the fat but heavy on the delicious flavor.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    With warm weather upon us and summer around the corner, everyone has healthy eating on the mind.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    I don't know about you, but often the pressure to lose those extra pounds leaves me with cravings. Most often, it is a craving for something crunchy.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    Sometimes adding a little something extra to my salad or side changes it up just enough to eliminate those cravings and allow me to stay on track.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    This Asian Cabbage Salad the perfect way to keep eating light interesting and tackle those crunchy cravings.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    Carbs are my worst enemy when I am working to lose weight because I have a hard time controlling myself when it comes to portion sizes. (Looking at you pasta!)
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    I had someone suggest that I limit it to a gluten free cracker or breadstick each day so that I didn't feel deprived.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    It certainly helped, some but didn't wow my taste buds.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    I decided to add it to my salad in pieces which gave me the idea of adding other ingredients that would help rein in my cravings.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    The biggest tip to remember is portions.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    Adding a few noodles or breadstick pieces to your salad can calm cravings, but it could ruin your progress if you add too much. (Like, say, a whole package by yourself.)
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    So, have fun with your salad making but limit yourself to the “not as healthy” ingredients.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    There is so much to love about this Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    I would have to say that my favorite thing is the texture.

    The noodles add a crunchy sensation while the cabbage is soft and crisp.

    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    It definately livens my salad routine up a bit.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    (And you guys know how prone to ruts I am! :))

    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing
    It’s not your traditional salad which is why I think I like it so much.
    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing

     

    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing

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    5 from 1 vote

    Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing

    This Asian Cabbage & Noodle Salad with Sesame Dressing is a great way to mix up your salad routine and help you stay on track with eating light.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time25 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Gluten Free, Healthy
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 360kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi

    Ingredients

    • Salad
    • 12 oz cabbage shredded
    • 4 ounces shredded carrots
    • 3 green onions chopped
    • 3 ounces instant gluten free ramen noodles
    • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
    • ⅓ cups slivered almonds
    • Dressing
    • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    • ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon coconut aminos or tamari
    • ⅛ cup Swerve or sweetener of choice.

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Crush ramen noodles into ½ inch chunks or smaller. Combine with sesame seeds and almonds in a medium bowl, tossing thoroughly.
    • Transfer the mixture to a prepared baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes, tossing every two to three minutes and watching closely to avoid burning.
    • Meanwhile, combine the dressing ingredients in a blender and process until emulsified.
    • Place cabbage, carrots, and green onions in a large bowl.
    • Add toasted noodle mixture and dress with the dressing.
    • Toss thoroughly and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 555mg | Potassium: 380mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4910IU | Vitamin C: 34.5mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 2.5mg

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    Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, 5 time cookbook author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 16 & 17 and my late life princess is 9.

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    1. Shannon Graham

      August 18, 2017 at 8:01 pm

      5 stars
      This could very easily become one of my favorite recipes.

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