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Chive And Napa Cabbage Salad

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  • Prep Time15 min
  • Total Time15 min
  • Makes4 servings
*PLUS 30 min chilling time
Chive And Napa Cabbage Salad in a wood bowl

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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Ingredients

  • 1 English cucumber

  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar

  • 1/3 cup canola oil

  • 1 tbsp lemon zest

  • 2 1/2 tsp sesame oil

  • 2 1/2 tsp honey

  • 3/4 tsp salt

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 6 cups shredded napa cabbage

  • 1 1/2 cups chives, cut into 1/2-in. pieces

  • 1 tbsp toasted black sesame seeds

Instructions

  • SLIVE cucumber in half lengthwise, then use a spoon to scrape out seeds. Thinly slice into half-moons.

  • WHISK vinegar, canola oil, lemon zest, sesame oil, honey, salt and garlic in a large bowl.

  • STIR in cabbage, cucumber and chives until well coated. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Refrigerate at least 30 min before serving. Serve with teriyaki chicken wings.

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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 250, Protein 3g, Carbohydrates 11g, Fat 23g, Fibre 2g, Sodium 447mg.

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