Description
Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Addictive Sesame Dressing is a vibrant, refreshing dish that elevates any meal with its crisp textures and bold flavors. This quick slaw features fresh cabbage, sweet carrots, and zesty scallions, all tossed in a delicious sesame dressing. Perfect as a side for barbecues or as a topping for tacos, this salad is sure to impress your guests and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup carrots, grated (about 2 medium)
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Finely shred the green cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.
- Grate the carrots and chop the scallions into thin slices.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, and scallions. Drizzle half of the dressing over the vegetables and toss well to coat.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top just before serving and add remaining dressing if needed.
- For best flavor, chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg