“This super simple salad boasts massive flavours all thanks to toasted sesame oil. With a little rice wine vinegar added for acidity and some sesame seeds for texture and aesthetics, you will love this crunchy slaw on the side of chicken, pork or fish. I stirred through finely chopped coriander and mint which brings another fresh dimension of flavour which I know you will love! Just in time for BBQs this weekend as a lovely salad on the side.” – Monya
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The keto diet, known for its low-carbohydrate and high-fat principles, doesn’t mean compromising on taste and variety. This red cabbage salad with a sesame oil dressing is a perfect example of a delightful low carb side salad. Bursting with vibrant colours and rich flavours, this salad is a satisfying and nutritious addition.
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At the heart of this dish lies the star ingredient – red cabbage. Its vibrant purple hue indicates a high concentration of antioxidants, making it a nutritional powerhouse. Red cabbage is also low in carbohydrates, making it a perfect fit for the keto diet. Thinly sliced or shredded, the crisp texture of red cabbage adds a refreshing element to the salad.
The sesame oil dressing elevates the flavour profile of the salad to new heights. Sesame oil, derived from sesame seeds, is rich in healthy fats and imparts a distinct nutty flavour.
To add variety and additional keto-friendly elements, I also added mint and coriander to add fresh, interesting flavours – and topped the whole lot with sesame seeds.
It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for this Sesame Red Cabbage Salad, as well as all the Salads on Fats of Life®.
Sesame Red Cabbage Salad
Per serving
Ingredients
- 300 g (10.6 oz) red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 3 TB rice wine vinegar
- 3 TB toasted sesame oil, (plus more if needed)
- small handful coriander, finely chopped
- small handful fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 TB sesame seeds
- salt
Instructions
- This salad is best made just before serving. Slice the red cabbage into thin strips.
- Place into a bowl and drizzle over the rice wine vinegar and toasted sesame oil. Add the chopped herbs and toss well to evenly coat. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with a little salt, (only if you feel it needs it).
- Scatter over the sesame seeds before serving.
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Nutritional Information per servingCalories            77Kcal / 322kJ
Fat                7.2g
Carbohydrates       2g
Protein             1g
Allergens
Sesame
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Disclaimer: The nutritional analysis, macro and allergen breakdown of the recipes on this site have been manually and carefully calculated using the cloud-based software NUTRITICS®. NUTRITICS® is fully approved by the relevant Trading Standards organizations and is EU and FDA-compliant. The macro calculations are provided as a courtesy to you based on the author's weighing of ingredients when creating the dishes. If Erythritol (a sugar polyol) has been used in any of the recipes, it has already been manually excluded from the final carbohydrate count. The author is a chef - not a medical professional - and this website has been designed to provide you with recipe ideas to suit the low carb lifestyle you have discussed with your GP.
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