Gluten-Free Cabbage Slaw Bowl

Shredded green or red cabbage gives this slaw bowl its crunch, layered over rice, quinoa or gluten-free noodles with your choice of protein and vegetables. A quick lemon and oil dressing with a gluten-free sauce such as tamari makes it an easy lunch or light dinner.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 20 min Total: 25 min Serves: 4

At a glance: This medium lunch recipe yields 4 servings in about 25 minutes (5 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 7 ingredients — including cooked rice, protein of choice, shredded cabbage — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more lunch recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Cabbage Slaw Bowl: When preparing this lunch recipe, bagged shredded cabbage is usually plain, but check it, and choose a sauce or dressing labeled gluten-free. Cook any noodles in their own pot.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Cabbage Slaw Bowl: This recipe is naturally gluten-free by using gluten-free grains and avoiding any ingredients derived from gluten-containing grains.

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Ingredients

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1 cup cooked rice, quinoa, or gluten-free noodles Shop
1 cup protein of choice (e.g., grilled chicken breast, pan-seared shrimp, baked tofu, or seasoned chickpeas)
2 cups shredded cabbage (green or red, or a mix)
1 cup other fresh or lightly cooked vegetables (e.g., shredded carrots, bell peppers, edamame, steamed broccoli florets)
2 tbsp gluten-free sauce (e.g., gluten-free tamari, olive oil, or your favorite gluten-free dressing) Shop
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice or rice vinegar Shop
1 tsp sesame oil or olive oil Shop

Instructions

1 Prepare your base by cooking the rice, quinoa, or gluten-free noodles according to package directions, which typically takes about 15-20 minutes. Once cooked, drain any excess water and set aside.
2 While the base is cooking, prepare your protein. If using chicken or shrimp, cook them until they are no longer pink and are thoroughly heated through, about 5-8 minutes. For tofu or chickpeas, pan-sear or bake them until golden and slightly crispy, approximately 10-15 minutes. Ensure any marinades or seasonings are gluten-free.
3 Prepare your vegetables by shredding the cabbage and any other desired produce like carrots or bell peppers. If using vegetables that require cooking, such as broccoli, steam them until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
4 To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked rice, quinoa, or gluten-free noodles among four serving bowls. Top each base with your prepared protein and an assortment of fresh or lightly cooked vegetables, aiming for a colorful and appealing presentation.
5 In a small bowl, whisk together the gluten-free sauce, lemon juice or rice vinegar, and sesame oil or olive oil to create your dressing. Drizzle this mixture evenly over the assembled bowls and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately for the freshest crunch, or cover and refrigerate for a make-ahead meal.

Nutrition (per serving)

440

Calories

22g

Protein

30g

Carbs

16g

Fat

Fiber

418mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Toss the shredded cabbage with a pinch of salt, let it sit for 10 minutes, then squeeze out the liquid. It stays crisp and doesn't water down the bowl.
Red cabbage can bleed purple into rice or noodles. If you mix red and green, add the red right before serving.
Shred the cabbage very thinly with a sharp knife or mandoline. Fine shreds take up the dressing better than thick chunks.

Common questions

How long does Gluten-Free Cabbage Slaw Bowl take?

Gluten-Free Cabbage Slaw Bowl takes about 25 minutes: 5 minutes to prep and 20 minutes to cook, for 4 servings.

What should I check before making Gluten-Free Cabbage Slaw Bowl with celiac disease?

Written with gluten-free ingredients. Use products labeled gluten-free, check labels, and ask your clinician about your own needs.

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Cabbage Slaw Bowl?

Check cooked rice, quinoa, or gluten-free noodles, protein of choice, shredded cabbage before they go into Gluten-Free Cabbage Slaw Bowl. Bagged shredded cabbage is usually plain, but check it, and choose a sauce or dressing labeled gluten-free. Cook any noodles in their own pot.

Which gluten-free swaps does Gluten-Free Cabbage Slaw Bowl use?

Gluten-Free Cabbage Slaw Bowl relies on gluten-free noodles or pasta. Keep those gluten-free-labeled products in place of a gluten-containing flour or sauce. If the blend already lists xanthan gum, do not add a second binder unless this recipe says to.

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