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Asian Slaw with Sesame Ginger Dressing

This zesty Asian slaw is packed with flavor and whips up in minutes! You need to make this show-stopping side dish for your next summer cookout.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Servings: 8
Calories: 49kcal
Author: Alissa Saenz

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (See note)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 5 cups shredded cabbage (about 2 ½ pounds; red, green or a mix)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots (about 2-3 medium carrots)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • ½ cup chopped scallions (about 2 scallions)
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  • To make the dressing, stir the rice vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, sriracha, ginger and garlic together in a small bowl.
  • Place the cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, scallions and cilantro into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the dressing to the mixing bowl, and everything well to coat the veggies.
  • Taste test and adjust any seasonings to your liking.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately or cover and chill.

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Notes

Use gluten-free tamari or liquid aminos if you need to keep this recipe gluten-free.

Nutrition

Calories: 49kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Fat: 0.9g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 245mg | Potassium: 195mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5.3g | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.7mg