Best 5 Spicy Cabbage Salad Recipes

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**Spicy Cabbage Salad: A Crunchy and Flavorful Side Dish**

Looking for a refreshing and flavorful side dish to complement your next meal? Look no further than this spicy cabbage salad. Made with a combination of shredded cabbage, carrots, red onion, and a tangy dressing, this salad is packed with flavor and crunch. It's also incredibly versatile and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy kick, this salad has it all. In this article, we'll provide you with two variations of the dressing, one for those who like it mild and one for those who prefer a bit of heat. We'll also share some tips on how to make the salad ahead of time and how to store it properly. So, get ready to experience a burst of flavors with this delightful spicy cabbage salad!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY SHREDDED NAPA CABBAGE SALAD



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A red chile mixed into this crunchy salad provides the perfect amount of heat (in flavor, not temperature).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 red chile, such as red Thai, thinly sliced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 head napa cabbage, shredded (6 cups)
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh, cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine lemon juice and chile slices in a bowl. Pour in oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Toss together cabbage, scallions, and cilantro in a large bowl. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing, and season with salt and pepper; toss.

SPICY CABBAGE SALAD WITH TURKEY AND PEANUTS



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After a heavy meal, we look for recipes that double as a palate cleanser, with spice, zing, and freshness. With some vegetables that, you know, still have some crunch.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories     Bon Appétit     Thanksgiving     leftovers     turkey     Peanut     Cabbage     Salad     Anchovy     Celery     Green Onion/Scallion     Cilantro

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 medium head of green or savoy cabbage, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
4 oil-packed anchovy fillets, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
4 teaspoons white miso
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 celery stalks, thinly sliced on a diagonal, plus 1/2 cup celery leaves
2 scallions, green parts only, thinly sliced on a diagonal
1 serrano chile, thinly sliced
1 cup cilantro leaves with tender stems
1 cup shredded cooked turkey meat
1/3 cup coarsely chopped salted, roasted skin-on peanuts
2 teaspoons black sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Toss cabbage and 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Massage vigorously with your hands until cabbage begins to release water and soften, about 2 minutes (this will both season and tenderize the leaves). Drain; set aside.
  • Mix anchovies, lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar, soy sauce, miso, and sugar in a large bowl; whisk in oil. Add cabbage, celery and celery leaves, scallions, chile, cilantro, and turkey meat to bowl and toss to combine; season with salt.
  • Serve salad topped with peanuts and sesame seeds.
  • Do Ahead
  • Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewhisk before using.

RED CABBAGE SALAD WITH SPICY GRILLED CHICKEN AND PEPITAS



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Red Cabbage Salad with Spicy Grilled Chicken and Pepitas is a fresh take on a Southwestern dish. It gets its crunch from pumpkin seeds and cabbage. Pro tip: Use the tortillas to make a wrap or serve them on the side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup pepitas (green hulled pumpkin seeds)
2 ears corn, husked
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Coarse salt
1 pound chicken cutlets
4 whole-wheat tortillas (7 inches)
3 ounces baby spinach (4 cups)
1/2 small red cabbage, shredded
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 3 limes), plus lime wedges for serving
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon safflower oil
1/3 cup plain low-fat yogurt

Steps:

  • Toast pepitas in a heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron) over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until brown and starting to pop, 2 to 4 minutes; transfer to a plate. Slice kernels off corncobs. Return skillet to medium-high heat. Cook corn, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes; transfer to a bowl. Stir in onion. Combine spices and 1 teaspoon salt; stir 1 teaspoon into corn. Season chicken evenly on both sides with remaining 2 teaspoons spice mixture.
  • Working in batches, grill cutlets, 2 at a time, in a grill pan over medium-high heat, until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip; reduce heat to medium. Grill until cooked through, about 2 minutes; remove from pan, and slice.
  • Toast whole-wheat tortillas, 1 at a time, in grill pan, about 15 seconds per side.
  • Toss spinach and cabbage with corn mixture. Toss in pepitas, lime juice, and oil. Divide among 4 plates. Serve with chicken, tortillas, yogurt, and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 g, Cholesterol 67 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 602 g

SPICY CABBAGE SALAD



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Provided by Daphne Brogdon

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 canned chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped, plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
1/2 cup Mexican crema
2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon salt
1 small head green cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots

Steps:

  • In a blender or mini chop, combine the chipotles, adobo sauce, crema, oil, lemon juice, honey and salt and puree. Set aside
  • Cut the cabbage into quarters and remove the core. Using a knife or mandolin, shred the cabbage into thin strips. Place in a large bowl, add the shredded carrots and mix. Add the chipotle dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

SPICY CABBAGE SALAD



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Make and share this Spicy Cabbage Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 red chili, sliced thin (such as Red Thai)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
6 cups napa cabbage, shredded (1/2 head)
4 green onions, sliced thing
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine lemon and oil; slowly whisk in olive oil until emulsified, season with salt and pepper.
  • Toss cabbage, onion, and cilantro together in another bowl; just before serving, drizzle cabbage mixture with the dressing.
  • Toss, season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Tips:

  • To save time, use a food processor to shred the cabbage and carrots.
  • If you don't have red cabbage, you can use green cabbage instead. Just add a tablespoon of vinegar to the dressing to help balance out the sweetness of the carrots.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this salad, such as shredded bell peppers, cucumber, or radishes.
  • For a spicier salad, add a teaspoon or two of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
  • If you're making this salad ahead of time, don't add the dressing until just before serving. This will help prevent the cabbage and carrots from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

This spicy cabbage salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's quick and easy to make, and it's packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. So next time you're looking for a healthy and refreshing salad, give this spicy cabbage salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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