Royal Cabbage Salad

A lively mix of colors and tastes makes this salad both pleasing to the eye and to the palate.

How Healthy Is That?

Sesame seeds contain two unique substances: sesamin and sesamolin. Both of these substances are part of a group of beneficial fibers called Lignans. They have been shown to have a cholesterol-lowering effect in humans, and to prevent high blood pressure. Sesamin has also been found to protect the liver from oxidative damage.

Salad Ingredients

1 head Purple Cabbage, chopped

2 large Carrots, shredded

4 Scallions, sliced thin

2 Tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped

2 Tablespoons Sesame Seeds, toasted

(Optional Additions)

1/2 Cup Dried Cranberries

1/4 Cup Raw Sunflower Seeds

1/4 Cup Raw Slivered Almonds 

1/4 Cup Goji Berries 

Dressing Ingredients

2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard
2 Tablespoons Sherry
1/2 Cup Canola Oil

2 Tablespoons Agave Nectar

1 Tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil

4 Tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar

1 Tablespoon Tamari

1/2 teaspoon Pepper

Directions

In a large bowl, mix together salad ingredients

Whisk dressing ingredients together in a small bowl and set aside

Toast sesame seeds by heating in a small frying pan over medium heat for approximately
5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring constantly to prevent burning

Add sesame seeds and dressing to salad ingredients and mix thoroughly

Serve Immediately or Refrigerate for a couple of hours prior to serving.

 Serves 4-6

 

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Lisa Casey, M.S.Ed of Living, Loving Food
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