Peanuty Asian Cole Slaw
Brighten up your table with this Peanuty Asian Cole Slaw, a crunchy, vibrant side dish packed with bold, tangy flavors and a nutty twist. Featuring a colorful medley of shredded green and purple cabbage, sweet carrots, fresh cilantro, and green onions, this salad is tossed in a luscious peanut dressing made with creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, and a hint of honey. The toasted peanuts add an irresistible crunch, while sesame oil and fresh ginger give it a satisfying Asian-inspired flair. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing pairing for grilled meats. Whether served immediately or chilled for later, this easy coleslaw recipe delivers a perfect balance of textures and flavors every time. Keywords: Peanuty Asian Cole Slaw, peanut dressing, crunchy coleslaw, Asian-inspired salad, quick side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup toasted peanuts
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon water (to adjust dressing consistency)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrots, cilantro, and green onions. Toss gently to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
Pour the peanut dressing over the slaw mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Add the toasted peanuts to the slaw and gently mix them in.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., more lime juice for tanginess or honey for sweetness).
Let the cole slaw sit for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Transfer the cole slaw to a serving dish and garnish with additional peanuts or cilantro, if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Toss again before serving if stored.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
191 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.4 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 468 mg | 10% | |
*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.
