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Sesame Cabbage Layered Salad

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Experience the Sesame Cabbage Layered Salad - a vibrant, low-carb dish that features the Palmini heart of palm rice. Paired with a vegan oil-free sesame dressing to add a sweet, tangy Asian twist to this easy, nutritious, and visually stunning chopped salad.
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Coming in HOT this Veganuary with my first recipe of the year! You know I had to bring you a Jackfruiful favorite and layer it up! This Sesame Cabbage Layered Salad is not only plant-based, gluten-free, dairy-free, oil-free and delicious – it’s also quick to make, large enough to share with others and the perfect Veganuary dish!

Why You Will Love This Seven Layer Layered Salad

Did you count? Because yes, it truly is a seven layer salad! Each of the seven layers offers a unique flavor to this plant-based salad recipe. That alone is a good reason to fall in love! Aside from the fact that it’s super easy to make, this salad recipe is also keto-friendly, gluten-free, dairy-free and very customizable.

The flavor profile of this oil-free salad dressing also is near perfection! All the colors and flavors make this salad an absolute show-stopper and bring a burst of life to your table. While it may not be traditional Asian fare, it carries the flavors of the region’s aromatic spices that we all love!

Dressing for Overnight Salad

The heart of this salad lies in its oil-free Asian inspired sesame dressing. The rice vinegar along with sweet maple syrup and earthy sesame seeds is ideal. I love adding roasted tahini to just about anything because it provides a much desired creaminess to anything and often compliments garlic powder and ginger nicely. All of the salad dressing ingredients balance together to create a vibrant freshness with deep, savory notes.

The Ingredients you need for your Sesame Cabbage Layered Salad

  • palmini rice
  • napa and red cabbage
  • broccoli
  • carrots
  • green onions
  • sliced almonds


Dressing Ingredients

  • roasted tahini
  • maple syrup
  • rice vinegar
  • coconut aminos
  • toasted sesame seeds
  • garlic powder
  • ground ginger

What You Will Need

Large Glass Canister

Large White Salad Bowl

Prep Ahead of Time and Make It an Overnight Layered Salad

The greatest part about making layered salads is undoubtedly that you can make it ahead of time, and actually, it’s better if you do! What makes these layers taste so good is the fact that the bottom of the salad has a chance to marinate in that oil-free salad dressing! It holds onto all the goodness of that sesame dressing and makes the flavors explosive when you turn it over and toss! 

How to Make a Layered Salad

I’m going to give you the details here because it’s super important! The real secret of this salad unfolds as the Palmini rice and shredded vegetables are layered over the dressing. As mentioned previously, doing this allows the lower layers of the salad to marinate, absorbing the dressing’s rich, savory flavors, while maintaining the crispness and freshness of each ingredient on top.

Here is what makes this layered salad perfect for meal prep

Consider making this Sesame Cabbage Layered Salad in smaller containers so you have enough for a few meals! You can add your favorite protein and make this winner before or after exercising. 

I cannot stress enough that this layered salad (and all of my layered salads) is best enjoyed after resting for 24-48 hours. Give that bottom layer time to fully absorb the dressing! Whether it’s a party centrepiece or a weekly meal prep, this salad has got you covered and is ready whenever you are!

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Serving this vegan layered salad is a spectacle in itself

Flip the canister over a bowl, and watch as the layers elegantly dress themselves, offering a cascade of colors and flavors. The tender crunch of cabbage and carrots contrasts beautifully with the creamy richness of the dressing, creating a tasty sensory experience. If you’re making this for guests I highly recommend doing this in front of them so they can oo and awww!

Ready to Layer Up?

Don’t wait any longer! Grab these ingredients, and start layering. And if you’re looking for the perfect canister for this salad, click here to get the one I use and love.

Jackie Akerberg

Author of the Clean Vegan Cookbook, Food Blogger and Recipe Developer from Des Moines, Iowa. 

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Sesame Cabbage Layered Salad

4.58 from 7 votes
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Dive into this incredible layered salad and enjoy a low carb, gluten free and full of flavor dish that will make you forget it's healthy! This delicious salad features palmini heart of palm rice, an oil-free sesame dressing that's filled with flavor. Perfect for meal prep or wowing a dinner party!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Salad

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pouches @palmini_offical rice
  • 2 cups napa cabbage, shredded
  • 2 cups red cabbage, shredded
  • 2 cups broccoli, finely chopped, stem shredded
  • 2 large carrots, shredded
  • 6 green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
Oil-Free Sesame Dressing
  • ¼ cup toasted sesame seeds
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup plain rice vinegar
  • ⅓ cup coconut aminos, or tamari soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp roasted tahini
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Add the ingredients for the dressing to a jar and whisk with a fork to combine. Season to taste, adjusting to your preference with additional salt, maple syrup, coconut aminos or maple syrup if desired.
  2. Carefully pour the dressing into the bottom of the canister.
  3. Layer all of the ingredients in the canister in the order listed, starting with the palmini rice so it can marinate. Best prepared 24-48 hours in advance.
  4. Once you’re ready to serve, flip the canister upside down over a bowl and it dresses itself!

Notes

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*Macros are provided as an estimate for convenience. Your final numbers will vary depending on ingredient brands, substitutions, and how you portion the recipe.

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9 Responses

  1. 5 stars
    Thanks so much! I made this salad for a potluck style dinner. Everyone loved it!
    I didn’t have the Palmini so I just diced canned hearts of palm and mixed with the dressing portion. Delicious!

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  2. 5 stars
    Delicious! Pro tip: Walmart has a fresh shredded red cabbage, broccoli, and carrot mix! If you need something that comes together super fast, try that!

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  3. I have never heard of Palmini rice. Do you cook the pouches of rice before putting it into the jar?

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    1. Hi Patsy! The palmini rice does not need to be cooked! Simply empty the contents of the pouch into a mesh strainer, rinse with water, and gently squeeze out all excess moisture (I like to use a clean dish towel).

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  4. 5 stars
    This salad is amazing. I made it this weekend and it was a hit with everyone. Will definitely be making this over and over again.

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  5. 5 stars
    You mention the zesty tang of lemon juice with rice vinegar in your description of the salad but I don’t see lemon juice listed among the dressing’s ingredients. Should there also be lemon juice in the dressing? It was delicious as is, but there wasn’t a tanginess to the dressing like you mentioned.

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