Description
A light, crunchy sesame slaw tossed with a tangy-sweet sesame dressing — perfect as a side dish for Asian-inspired meals or as a fresh topping for tacos and sandwiches.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the green and purple cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, lime juice, grated ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let flavors meld.
Notes
- Add thinly sliced bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch.
- Make it spicy by adding a pinch of chili flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
- Pairs well with grilled meats, tacos, or Asian rice bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg