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Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw

Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw That Guests Will Love

This Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw is a vibrant dish bursting with flavor, perfect for gatherings or weeknight meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Slaw
  • 4 cups green cabbage finely shredded
  • 2 cups red cabbage finely shredded
  • 2 medium carrots julienned
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced into thin strips
  • 4 stalks green onions chopped
  • 1 bunch cilantro finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce use gluten-free for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted for garnish

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by finely shredding 4 cups of green cabbage and 2 cups of red cabbage. Julienne 2 medium-sized carrots and slice 1 red bell pepper into thin strips. Chop 4 green onions and, if desired, finely chop a small bunch of cilantro. Aim for uniform cuts.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of sesame oil, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of sugar until well combined. Stir in 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the prepped vegetables with the dressing. Toss together thoroughly and let marinate at room temperature for at least 10 minutes.
  4. Before serving, give the slaw a good toss and garnish with extra sesame seeds and chopped cilantro. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best crunch, prepare the veggies in advance but dress them just before serving.

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