Description
Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Addictive Sesame Dressing is a refreshing and colorful salad that features a delightful mix of textures and flavors. This vibrant dish combines crisp green and red cabbage, shredded carrots, and green onions, all tossed in a rich sesame dressing that’s both tangy and sweet. Ideal as a side dish or a standalone snack, this slaw can elevate any meal with its crunchy goodness and bright appearance. In just 15 minutes, you can prepare this nutritious salad, making it perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings. Enjoy the bold flavors while knowing you’re adding a healthy option to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1½ tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- Optional: 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, garlic, ginger, and optional Dijon mustard until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, and green onions. Toss gently to mix.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Let the slaw sit for about 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg