Easy Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Sesame Dressing
A healthy Asian cabbage slaw loaded with crunchy vegetables, toasted nuts, and an addictive sesame dressing. This quick cabbage salad is perfect as a healthy side dish, lunch salad, or easy appetizer. Ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients:
Asian Cabbage Slaw:
1/2 medium head green cabbage, thinly shredded (4 cups / 280g)
1/4 medium head red cabbage, thinly shredded (2 cups / 140g)
2 large carrots, shredded (1.5 cups / 180g)
4-5 scallions, thinly sliced (green and white parts)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds or cashews
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Optional: 1/2 cup crunchy chow mein noodles
Addictive Sesame Dressing:
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon light vegetable oil
2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions:
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, vegetable oil, tamari or soy sauce, maple syrup or honey, ginger, and garlic until smooth.
In a large salad bowl, combine shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, scallions, and cilantro (if using).
Pour the sesame vinaigrette over the cabbage mixture just before serving. Toss thoroughly for a flavor-packed crunchy cabbage salad.
Mix in toasted almonds/cashews, sesame seeds, and chow mein noodles (if using). Toss gently.
Easy Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with addictive sesame dressing. Quick, healthy, and perfect for a side dish, lunch salad, or appetizer!
Enjoy as a quick and easy Asian cabbage salad, perfect for healthy lunches or side dishes.
Recipe Info
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6 (as a side)
Calories per Serving: Approx. 200
Asian cabbage slaw, Crunchy cabbage salad, Healthy side dish, Quick cabbage salad
Easy Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with addictive sesame dressing. Quick, healthy, and perfect for a side dish, lunch salad, or appetizer!