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Asian Cabbage Slaw with Sesame Dressing – crunchy cabbage salad with almonds and sesame seeds
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Easy Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Addictive Sesame Dressing

A fresh and crunchy cabbage slaw with a rich, addictive sesame dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Slaw:
  • - 3 cups green cabbage thinly shredded
  • - 1 cup purple cabbage shredded
  • - 1 large carrot grated
  • - ½ cup green onions sliced
  • - ½ cup sliced almonds
  • - 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • For the Dressing:
  • - ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • - 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • - 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • - 1 tsp grated ginger
  • - 1 tsp garlic minced
  • - 1 tbsp water

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • - Small pan for toasting
  • - Whisk for dressing

Method
 

  1. Shred the cabbage and grate the carrot, placing them in a large bowl.
  2. Toast the sliced almonds and sesame seeds in a pan for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and water for the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
  5. Top with the toasted almonds and sesame seeds.
  6. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days, but keep the dressing separate if you're planning to store leftovers.
- Add protein like chicken or tofu for a complete meal.