Thai Coleslaw
Bright, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, this Thai Coleslaw is a vibrant twist on a classic salad that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring a colorful medley of green and red cabbage, shredded carrots, crisp red bell pepper, fresh cilantro, and green onions, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. A creamy, tangy peanut dressing—made with smooth peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and a hint of ginger and garlic—ties it all together with a delightful Thai-inspired zest. Topped with roasted peanuts for a satisfying crunch, this easy 20-minute recipe is perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, healthy main course. Whether you're hosting a summer BBQ or looking to elevate your weeknight meals, this Thai coleslaw is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups, shredded Green cabbage
- 2 cups, shredded Red cabbage
- 1 cup, shredded Carrots
- 1 medium, thinly sliced Red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup, chopped Cilantro
- 3 stalks, chopped Green onions
- 0.5 cup, roughly chopped Roasted peanuts
- 3 tablespoons Smooth peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon, grated Fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, cilantro, and green onions. Toss to mix evenly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes until smooth and well combined. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water if needed to reach a pourable consistency.
Pour the peanut dressing over the vegetable mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables in the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., more lime juice for acidity or honey for sweetness).
Sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts over the coleslaw for garnish.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours to let the flavors meld. Stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1165 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.3 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1536 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.5 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.7 g | ||
| Protein | 42.8 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 326 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2356 mg | 50% | |
*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.
