this is one of those salads that people don’t believe is actually a salad. it’s crunchy, creamy, savory, a little spicy, and just sweet enough to keep you going back for more.
it feels indulgent, but it’s made with simple, nutrient-dense ingredients that leave you feeling energized and satisfied.
it’s the kind of dish that works just as well for meal prep as it does for a dinner party side and somehow tastes even better the next day.
this salad is all about contrast in the best way possible.
the finely sliced green cabbage and red onion create an ultra-crunchy base that softens just enough once massaged with salt.
creamy avocado balances the crunch, edamame adds a hearty bite, and kimchi brings that salty, funky, umami depth that makes everything pop.
the sesame peanut dressing is rich and savory with a subtle tang from rice vinegar and warmth from toasted sesame oil.
finished with a drizzle of hot honey, you get a sweet-heat moment that ties the whole bowl together.
every bite hits:
nothing boring. nothing flat.
this salad is packed with fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based protein, which means it’s filling without feeling heavy.
it’s naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and plant-based, but still feels like comfort food.
this salad is super versatile. you can keep it light or turn it into a full meal.
great pairings
make it a bowl
serve it over jasmine rice, brown rice, or quinoa and add your protein of choice for a complete, balanced meal.
if you want to boost the protein even more:
this salad handles add-ins really well without losing its crunch.
for meal prep:
if you’re extra sensitive to texture, store the avocado separately and add it right before serving. otherwise, it still holds up surprisingly well.
store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
the cabbage holds its crunch better than leafy greens, and the flavors continue to deepen as it sits. if needed, refresh with:
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5
servings15
minutes315
kcalmacros per serving (1/5 of recipe)
calories: ~315–330 kcal
protein: ~11–12 g
carbohydrates: ~29–31 g
fat: ~20–21 g
fiber: ~11–13 g
net carbs: ~16–19 g per serving
1 small head green cabbage, very finely sliced
1 cup very thinly sliced red onion
sea salt, to taste
1 cup shelled edamame (thawed if frozen)
2 small–medium avocados, diced
1/2 cup kimchi of choice, well drained, chopped if large
a few tablespoons chopped green onion
peanut-sesame dressing
3 tbsp runny peanut butter
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
sea salt + black pepper, to taste
to finish
hot honey, for drizzling (to taste)
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