Oven-Roasted Rainbow Cabbage Salad with Sweet Sesame Dressing

Ingredients

- 1 small head Napa or green cabbage, sliced into wedges
- 1/2 head purple cabbage, sliced into wedges
- 2 large carrots, peeled and julienned
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup sweet sesame dressing

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).

2. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash and dry the Napa or green cabbage and purple cabbage. Slice each into wedges, ensuring they remain intact by keeping the core attached.
- Peel the carrots and use a julienne slicer to create even strips.
- Chop the green onions into small, bite-sized pieces.

3. Roast the Cabbage:
- Arrange the cabbage wedges on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, allowing space between each piece for even cooking.
- Lightly drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the edges are slightly browned and the center is tender.

4. Prepare the Topping:
- While the cabbage roasts, toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant.
- Add sesame seeds to the skillet and toast for an additional 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.

5. Assemble the Salad:
- Once the cabbage is roasted, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Arrange roasted cabbage wedges on a large platter. Top with julienned carrots and chopped green onions.
- Sprinkle the toasted almond and sesame seed mixture over the top for added crunch and flavor.
- Drizzle the sweet sesame dressing evenly over the assembled salad.

6. Serve:
- Serve the salad warm or at room temperature, allowing the flavors to meld before enjoying.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes

- Cooking Time: PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

- PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

- Lunch

Keywords

- Cabbage Salad
- Roasted Vegetables
- Sweet Sesame Dressing
- Lunch Recipe
- Healthy Salad
- Oven Baked
- Almond Topping
- Vegan Lunch
- Easy Lunch
- Nutritious Recipe

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 780 total calories

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