Napa Salad (Chinese Cabbage) -- No Ramen Noodles

Name: Napa Salad (Chinese Cabbage) -- No Ramen Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 head napa cabbage; 2 stalks bok choy; 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced; 2 apples, diced (I recommend a crisp, sweet-tart variety such as Fuji or Gala); 1/2 cup pecans, coarsely broken; Dressing; 1/2 cup canola oil or 1/2 cup other light-flavored oil; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 1 pinch celery seed; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger, very finely minced; 1/2 teaspoon prepared brown mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste); 2 (1 g) packets Splenda sugar substitute

Servings: persons

1/2 head napa cabbage
2 stalks bok choy
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
2 apples, diced (I recommend a crisp, sweet-tart variety such as Fuji or Gala)
1/2 cup pecans, coarsely broken
Dressing
1/2 cup canola oil or 1/2 cup other light-flavored oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 pinch celery seed
1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger, very finely minced
1/2 teaspoon prepared brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
2 (1 g) packets Splenda sugar substitute

1
Wash all produce as necessary.
2
Divide your half-head of napa lengthwise into 3 or 4 sections and knife-shred crosswise to yield strips about 1.5 inches long by 1/4 inch wide.
3
Divide your bok choy stalks lengthwise into 1in sections if necessary and slice thinly. Knife shred the green leaves to match the napa.
4
Mix dressing ingredients and let rest for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
5
Toss together all salad ingredients with the dressing.
6
Garnish with pecan halves and thin rings of apple if desired.
7
Note -- Other artificial sweeteners, honey, sugar, etc. may be substituted for the Splenda if you prefer.
8
Note -- Can add chunks of cooked ham or other cooked meat to make into a main-dish salad.

590

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 head napa cabbage, 2 stalks bok choy, 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced, 2 apples, diced (I recommend a crisp, sweet-tart variety such as Fuji or Gala), and more.

Yes, Napa Salad (Chinese Cabbage) -- No Ramen Noodles falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!