Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Asian Slaw with Sesame Ginger Dressing, a refreshing salad that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make dish features a colorful medley of red cabbage, carrots, and quinoa, all enveloped in a delightful sweet and savory dressing. Ideal as a side at barbecues or served as a light lunch, this slaw delivers a satisfying crunch and bold taste that will impress your guests. Plus, it’s packed with nutrients, making it a healthy choice for any meal. Enjoy it fresh or prepare it ahead of time for effortless meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups red cabbage (shredded)
- 3 cups napa cabbage or green cabbage (shredded)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa (optional)
- 1 cup carrots (shredded)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or preferred sweetener)
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (finely grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (light or dark)
- sea salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
- 1/3 cup cashews (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (black or white)
Instructions
- Toast the cashews and sesame seeds in an oven at 350°F for 3-5 minutes or on the stovetop over medium heat until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine red cabbage, napa cabbage or green cabbage, cooked quinoa (if using), shredded carrots, cilantro, and green onions. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- In another bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic; drizzle in olive oil and sesame oil while mixing until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- When ready to serve, add toasted nuts and seeds to the slaw mixture and pour the dressing over it; toss well.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg