Zesty Asian Slaw
Bright, bold, and packed with crunch, this Zesty Asian Slaw is the ultimate side dish to elevate your meals! A vibrant medley of green and red cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, and fresh cilantro creates a colorful base, while toasted sesame seeds add a delightful nutty contrast. The creamy yet tangy dressing, made with mayonnaise, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, fresh ginger, and garlic, offers a harmonious balance of savory and sweet flavors with a touch of heat from optional sriracha. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this versatile slaw is perfect for serving chilled alongside burgers, tacos, or wraps. Whether for a casual dinner or a backyard barbecue, this easy Asian-inspired recipe is sure to impress with its bold flavors and vibrant presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 2 cups red cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup carrots, grated
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 4 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon sriracha (optional, for spice)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrots, red bell pepper, scallions, and cilantro. Toss to evenly distribute the vegetables.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sriracha (if using) until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the large mixing bowl. Toss everything together thoroughly, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top and give the slaw one final toss.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (add more soy sauce, vinegar, or a pinch of salt if desired).
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the slaw for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a side dish or as a topping for burgers, tacos, or wraps.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.0 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1651 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.0 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.1 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 612 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 2675 mg | 57% | |
*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.
