Description
Zesty Asian lime-peanut slaw brings crunchy cabbage and tangy flavors together in one irresistible salad. Crisp vegetables dance with nutty peanuts and bright citrus, creating a refreshing side dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1/2 cup julienned carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Dressing and Protein:
- 1/3 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) lime juice
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame oil
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish and Optional Additions:
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Optional: 1/2 cup cooked chicken or tofu, diced
Instructions
- Create a vibrant salad base by combining green and purple cabbage in a large mixing bowl, ensuring a colorful and crunchy foundation for the slaw.
- Incorporate julienned carrots and green onions into the cabbage mixture, adding texture and a fresh, crisp element to the dish.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create a tangy and aromatic dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture, tossing thoroughly to ensure every strand is evenly coated with the zesty sauce.
- If using, fold in diced chicken or tofu to add protein and make the slaw more substantial.
- Let the slaw marinate for 10-15 minutes at room temperature, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Before serving, sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts over the top for a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds to enhance the visual appeal and add a final layer of flavor complexity.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or light meal.
Notes
- Chop cabbage and carrots uniformly to ensure consistent texture and even dressing distribution.
- Adjust dressing’s sweetness and tanginess by tweaking honey and lime juice ratios according to personal preference.
- For protein alternatives, swap chicken or tofu with grilled shrimp, edamame, or tempeh to suit different dietary needs.
- Toast peanuts briefly before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor and provide an extra aromatic crunch to the slaw.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg