Asian Coleslaw
Looking for a coleslaw recipe that's different and refreshing. Why not try this Asian twist on the classic dish. With its crispy Napa cabbage, Chinese icicle radish, and a touch of sesame seeds, it's a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will make your taste buds sing.
Yield
12 servingsPrep
10 minCook
0 minReady
15 minIngredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | cups |
napa (Chinese) cabbage
shredded |
|
| 1 | cup |
red cabbage
shredded |
|
| 1 | cup |
daikon (chinese icicle radish)
chopped |
*
|
| 1 | cup |
scallions, spring or green onions
chopped |
|
| 1 | cup |
cilantro
loosely packed fresh |
|
| 1 | cup |
green peas
frozen, thawed |
|
| 3 | tablespoons |
sesame seeds
|
|
| ¾ | cup |
mayonnaise, fat free
or low-fat yogurt |
|
| 3 | tablespoons |
Chinese rice vinegar
or white wine vinegar |
|
| 1 | tablespoon |
soy sauce, dark
|
|
| ½ | teaspoon |
sesame oil
|
|
| ¼ | teaspoon |
red chili peppers
ground |
|
| ¼ | cup |
almonds
sliced |
|
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7 | l |
napa (Chinese) cabbage
shredded |
|
| 237 | ml |
red cabbage
shredded |
|
| 237 | ml |
daikon (chinese icicle radish)
chopped |
*
|
| 237 | ml |
scallions, spring or green onions
chopped |
|
| 237 | ml |
cilantro
loosely packed fresh |
|
| 237 | ml |
green peas
frozen, thawed |
|
| 45 | ml |
sesame seeds
|
|
| 177 | ml |
mayonnaise, fat free
or low-fat yogurt |
|
| 45 | ml |
Chinese rice vinegar
or white wine vinegar |
|
| 15 | ml |
soy sauce, dark
|
|
| 2.5 | ml |
sesame oil
|
|
| 1.3 | ml |
red chili peppers
ground |
|
| 59 | ml |
almonds
sliced |
|
Directions
This Asian coleslaw recipe not only tastes amazing but is also good for your heart health. The Napa cabbage used in this recipe is a great source of Vitamin C and Vitamin K, which help to strengthen the immune system and promote healthy blood clotting. The red cabbage is rich in antioxidants that reduce inflammation and lower the risk of heart disease. The daikon radish is an excellent source of fiber, which helps to lower cholesterol levels and maintain a healthy digestive system. And let's not forget the heart-healthy almonds, which are full of healthy fats and Vitamin E, known to reduce the risk of heart disease. So don't hesitate to try this delicious and nutritious recipe today for a heart-healthy meal that's sure to satisfy.
Method
Add the Napa cabbage, red cabbage, daikon, scallions, cilantro, green peas, and sesame seeds (first 7 ingredients) in a large bowl and toss together gently with your fingertips.
Whisk together the mayonnaise, rice wine vinegar (or substitute white wine vinegar), soy sauce, and red pepper flakes (or cayenne pepper).
Add mayonnaise mixture to cabbage mixture; toss well to combine.
Cover and chill at least 1 hour before serving. Sprinkle with almonds just before serving.
