Description
Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Addictive Sesame Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing salad that brings a delightful mix of textures and flavors to your table. This slaw features crisp green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and zesty green onions, all tossed in an irresistible sesame dressing that combines sweetness, tanginess, and umami. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a stand-alone light meal, this quick-to-make salad is not only healthy but also incredibly versatile. Enjoy it as a side dish with grilled meats or use it to top tacos for an extra crunch. With its bold flavors and fresh ingredients, this slaw will soon become a staple in your recipe collection.
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 soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1½ tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, and green onions. Toss gently.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until well coated.
- Let the slaw rest for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg