Description
A refreshing and easy-to-make Everyday Sesame Slaw that combines crunchy cabbage, carrots, and a flavorful sesame dressing. This Asian-inspired slaw is perfect as a side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
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For the Slaw:
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Slaw: In a large bowl, combine the green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrots, green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, and almonds (if using).
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, olive oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss well to coat. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This slaw keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Add cooked shredded chicken or edamame for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
