Mediterranean Diet Friendly Asian Sesame Slaw
Total time30 min
Prep time20 min
Cook time0 min
4.7(16)
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6 servings
For the slaw
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 2 cups red cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (such as avocado or canola oil)
Chef's tipAvocado oil is neutral and handles high heat, making it a good all-purpose swap. - 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 clove garlic, finely grated
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
For serving
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- ¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, scallions, and cilantro. Toss to mix evenly.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, neutral oil, honey, grated ginger, grated garlic, and red pepper flakes until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
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