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Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Addictive Sesame Dressing

Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Addictive Sesame Dressing Bliss

Crisp, vibrant, and utterly refreshing—this Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Addictive Sesame Dressing is perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Slaw
  • 1 head Cabbage Substitute with napa or savoy cabbage if preferred.
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Use yellow or orange pepper for a different hue.
  • 2 medium Carrots Grate or julienne for better texture.
  • 4 Green Onions Can replace with shallots for a slight variation.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Omit for non-cilantro lovers or substitute with parsley.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Sesame Oil Use toasted sesame oil for a stronger flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Swap for gluten-free tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar White wine or apple cider vinegar can be used instead.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Toast before using to enhance the flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • serving bowl
  • Grater
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely shred the green and purple cabbages until they resemble delicate ribbons, julienne the red bell pepper, grate the carrots, and chop the green onions and cilantro.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar for about 2 minutes.
  3. In a large serving bowl, combine all your prepared vegetables with the sesame dressing and toss gently until evenly coated.
  4. Let the slaw sit for 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allowing the slaw to sit for 10-15 minutes lets the flavors meld together beautifully. For the best texture, prepare just before serving.

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