Crunchy Asian-Inspired Cabbage & Almond Slaw
Crunchy Asian-Inspired Cabbage & Almond Slaw is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines crisp green and red cabbage with sweet carrots and nutty almonds. Tossed in a zesty dressing of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, this slaw offers a delightful crunch in every bite. Perfect for potlucks or as a light meal, it’s an easy-to-make side dish that will elevate any gathering. Enjoy the explosion of flavors while adding a colorful touch to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 medium carrots, grated
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the Veggies: Finely shred both green and red cabbage. Grate the carrots.
- Combine the Veggies: In a large bowl, mix together green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, green onions, and almonds until evenly distributed.
- Whisk the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey until smooth.
- Dress the Slaw: Pour the dressing over the veggie mixture and toss until well coated.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve: Transfer to serving plates or enjoy directly from the bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg