Asian Slaw {Quick Side} - Spend With Pennies

Crisp, colorful, and super easy to make, this Asian Slaw recipe is packed with crunch and flavor. Crisp cabbage in a sesame soy dressing is a quick side dish to serve with grilled chicken, salmon, rice bowls, or stir fry.

Ingredient Tips For Asian Slaw

Cabbage: I keep it easy with a bag of prepared coleslaw mix. You can replace it with a mix of about 6 cups of shredded green cabbage, napa cabbage, purple cabbage, and/or carrots. Green onions add flavor.
Rice Vinegar: Rice vinegar can be found at almost any grocery store and adds a tang to the dressing.
Vegetable Oil: Vegetable oil can be replaced with another neutral oil. Olive oil can be used, but ensure it’s mildly flavored.
Sesame Oil: Toasted sesame oil is one of my favorite parts of this dressing, it adds a lovely nutty flavor. Use toasted sesame oil, not plain sesame oil.

Make It Your Own

Add extra vegetables, such as thinly sliced bell pepper, snow peas, or fresh bean sprouts.
Add flavor boosters like chopped peanuts, cilantro, or a bit of fresh ginger.
Replace the homemade slaw dressing with your favorite Asian inspired dressing.
Add a little heat with a sprinkle of red chili flakes or a bit of chili crisp.

Asian slaw in a serving bowl with utensils

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Prep Time 10 minutes

Chill time (optional) 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Whisk dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
Add the coleslaw mix, green onion, and sesame seeds. Toss well to coat.
If time allows, refrigerate 30 minutes before serving.
Garnish with sesame seeds and additional green onions if desired.

*Store bought Sesame Dressing can be used in place of homemade dressing.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Salad

Cuisine Asian

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