Asian Tuna And Cabbage Salad Recipe

A light, refreshing, and flavorful Asian Tuna & Cabbage Salad perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner! This recipe, inspired by "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Glycemic Index Snacks," is packed with crunchy cabbage, succulent tuna, and a vibrant Asian-inspired dressing. Get ready for a delicious and satisfying meal that's quick to prepare and bursting with flavor!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 223.7 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Asian Tuna And Cabbage Salad 84

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asian Tuna And Cabbage Salad

  • 0 Green Cabbage
  • 0 Red Cabbage
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 0 Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 0 Salt
  • 8 cups Napa cabbage, finely sliced
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons tamari (optional, for gluten-free)

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How to Make Asian Tuna And Cabbage Salad

  1. Finely slice 8 cups of Napa cabbage and thinly shred 1 medium carrot.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, shredded carrot, 1/2 cup slivered almonds, and 2 tablespoons sesame seeds.
  3. Gently add 2 (5 ounce) cans of tuna packed in water, drained. Stir carefully to maintain the tuna chunks.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free), 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste), and 1 teaspoon grated ginger.
  5. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and tuna; toss gently to combine.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

8g

Carbs

3g

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