Easy Asian Coleslaw
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly tangy, this Easy Asian Coleslaw is a vibrant twist on the classic side dish. Packed with a colorful medley of green and purple cabbage, shredded carrots, and aromatic cilantro, this recipe is a feast for the eyes and the palate. A quick homemade dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and a kick of fresh ginger ties everything together, delivering bold umami flavors in every bite. Perfect as a light and healthy side dish, a refreshing salad, or a crunchy topping for tacos and sandwiches, this coleslaw is ready in just 15 minutes and sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Whether served at a barbecue, picnic, or weeknight dinner, this Asian-inspired recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups Shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup Shredded carrots
- 1 bunch Chopped green onions
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds (optional)
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Grated fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Sriracha or hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrots, chopped green onions, and cilantro.
In a smaller bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and sriracha (if using) until well combined to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the sesame seeds on top (if using) for added crunch and flavor.
Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.0 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1968 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.9 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1750 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
