Easy Asian Coleslaw

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly tangy, this Easy Asian Coleslaw is a vibrant twist on the classic side dish. Packed with a colorful medley of green and purple cabbage, shredded carrots, and aromatic cilantro, this recipe is a feast for the eyes and the palate. A quick homemade dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and a kick of fresh ginger ties everything together, delivering bold umami flavors in every bite. Perfect as a light and healthy side dish, a refreshing salad, or a crunchy topping for tacos and sandwiches, this coleslaw is ready in just 15 minutes and sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Whether served at a barbecue, picnic, or weeknight dinner, this Asian-inspired recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Shredded green cabbage
• 2 cups Shredded purple cabbage
• 1 cup Shredded carrots
• 1 bunch Chopped green onions
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds (optional)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Grated fresh ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Sriracha or hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrots, chopped green onions, and cilantro.

Step 2

In a smaller bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and sriracha (if using) until well combined to create the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 4

Sprinkle the sesame seeds on top (if using) for added crunch and flavor.

Step 5

Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	826.8 grams (826.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	514

Total Fat 25.00g	32%
Saturated Fat 3.30g	16%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1968mg	86%
Total Carbohydrate 69.10g	25%
Dietary Fiber 21.10g	75%
Total Sugars 38.90g
Protein 18.00g	36%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 500mg	38%
Iron 10mg	58%
Potassium 1750mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 48.2%