Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Addictive Sesame Dressing
Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Addictive Sesame Dressing is a refreshing and vibrant dish that’s sure to add excitement to any meal. This slaw combines the crispness of green and purple cabbage, sweet carrots, and colorful bell peppers, all tossed in a savory sesame dressing. It’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a side at dinner, offering a delightful crunch and an explosion of flavors in every bite. Plus, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or gatherings. Serve it as a standalone salad or alongside grilled chicken or beef for a well-rounded meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small head of green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 small head of purple cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 carrots, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, grated carrots, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro. Toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture. Toss to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing. Allow it to sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes for flavors to develop.
- Before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top for added crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg