Sesame Black Garlic Cabbage Salad

This vibrant Cabbage Salad is packed with texture, rich flavors, and a bold sesame-black garlic dressing that completely elevates simple ingredients. It's safe, delicious, and holds up incredibly well in the fridge without getting soggy.

 

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Servings: 3–4 side servings
• Category: Salads & Sides

 

Ingredients

For the Salad Base:

• 1 1/2 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
• 1 cup purple (red) cabbage, thinly shredded
• 3–4 green onions, diced
• 1/4 cup shelled sunflower seeds
• 1 tablespoon Everything Bagel Seasoning

 

For the Dressing:

• 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 tablespoon black garlic (paste or finely minced)
• 1/2 tablespoon Pam's Prep Classic Seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

1. Prep the Salad Base

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, shredded purple cabbage, diced green onions, sunflower seeds, and Everything Bagel Seasoning. Toss gently until everything is evenly distributed.

 

2. Whisk the Dressing

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, black garlic, Pam's Prep Classic Seasoning, and ground ginger until smooth and fully emulsified.

 

3. Combine & Toss

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly until every bite is evenly coated.

 

4. Serve

Enjoy immediately for maximum crunch, or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

 

Chef's Tip:

Unlike traditional leafy greens, cabbage stands up beautifully to dressing without becoming soggy. This salad keeps its signature crunch in the refrigerator, making it perfect for meal prep or bringing to gatherings.

 

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