Ginger Cole Slaw with Mandarin Oranges
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly refreshing, this Ginger Cole Slaw with Mandarin Oranges is a vibrant twist on the classic coleslaw. Featuring a colorful mix of crisp green and red cabbage, shredded carrots, and juicy mandarin oranges, this easy-to-make dish shines with the zing of freshly grated ginger in the tangy-sweet dressing. A delightful balance of rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and creamy mayonnaise creates a silky coating that ties the flavors together. Perfectly chilled, this slaw is an ideal side dish for summer barbecues, Asian-inspired meals, or as a light, healthy salad option. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's a quick, nutritious crowd-pleaser that will elevate any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Green cabbage
- 2 cups Red cabbage
- 1 cup Carrots
- 1 cup Mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Green onions (sliced, optional)
Instructions
Shred the green and red cabbage finely and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Grate the carrots and add them to the bowl with the cabbage.
Gently fold in the mandarin oranges, being careful not to break them apart.
In a small bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and mayonnaise until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is coated in the dressing.
Chill the coleslaw in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Before serving, garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired.
Serve cold as a refreshing side dish or light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
755 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.5 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 840 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.6 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1555 mg | 33% | |
*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.
