Red Cabbage Slaw with Soy Sesame Dressing
This refreshing and vibrant red cabbage slaw is one of the easiest and most delicious salads you’ll make. It’s crunchy, flavorful, and packed with nutrients—perfect as a light meal or a side dish with your favorite Asian-inspired recipes.
4 people
Calories: 192kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups thinly sliced red cabbage
- ¾ cup fresh basil leaves roughly chopped (sub with cilantro or mint if needed)
- ½ cup chopped cashews or use peanuts or almonds
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari, coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar unseasoned preferred
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave
Instructions
- Prep the cabbage: Thinly slice the red cabbage and place it in a large salad bowl. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes while you prepare the dressing—this helps activate its antioxidants.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and maple syrup. Taste and adjust if needed.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the cabbage and toss to coat well.
- Add the toppings: Sprinkle the chopped cashews and fresh basil over the top and give it one final toss.
- Serve immediately for maximum crunch and flavor.
Notes
This salad is best eaten immediately. If you have leftovers, store them in a glass container for one or two days.
This recipe is adapted from the "Dharma Feast Cookbook"
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 523mg | Potassium: 312mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 982IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg