Description
Asian Slaw with Sesame Ginger Dressing is a vibrant and crunchy salad that elevates any meal with its refreshing flavors. This delightful slaw combines shredded red cabbage, crisp napa cabbage, and vibrant carrots, all tossed together with an optional addition of protein-rich quinoa. The highlight of this dish is the homemade sesame ginger dressing, which balances sweet and savory notes perfectly. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or as a colorful side dish for dinner, this recipe is quick to prepare and packed with nutrients. Impress your guests and treat yourself to a healthy, satisfying salad that’s sure to disappear fast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded red cabbage
- 3 cups shredded napa or green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/3 cup chopped cashews
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Sea salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toast the cashews and sesame seeds by baking them at 350°F for 3-5 minutes or stirring in a skillet over medium heat for about 3 minutes until golden.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, napa cabbage, carrots, cooked quinoa (if using), chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions. Cover and refrigerate.
- For the dressing, whisk together rice vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, olive oil, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- When ready to serve, toss the slaw with the dressing and sprinkle with toasted cashews and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing/Chilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg