Napa Cabbage Coleslaw

Brighten up your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Napa Cabbage Coleslaw! Made with thinly shredded Napa cabbage, crisp carrots, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this coleslaw offers a refreshing twist on the classic recipe. Tossed in a creamy dressing infused with rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of honey, it delivers the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and sweet flavors. Finished with the optional crunch of toasted sesame seeds, this quick and easy 15-minute recipe is as versatile as it is delicious—ideal for serving alongside grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a light, standalone salad. Perfect for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or meal prep, this Napa Cabbage Coleslaw will be your go-to crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head (medium-sized, about 1.5 pounds) Napa cabbage
• 2 medium Carrots
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) Toasted sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the Napa cabbage, wash thoroughly, and pat dry. Slice the cabbage into thin shreds and place in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrots, then add them to the bowl with the shredded cabbage.

Step 3

Finely slice the green onions and chop the fresh cilantro. Add both to the bowl with the cabbage and carrots.

Step 4

In a separate smaller bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large mixing bowl, and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

Chill the coleslaw in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top as a garnish if desired. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1056.6 grams (1056.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1331

Total Fat 105.50g	135%
Saturated Fat 10.50g	53%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.00g
Cholesterol 118mg	39%
Sodium 1618mg	70%
Total Carbohydrate 80.60g	29%
Dietary Fiber 14.10g	50%
Total Sugars 36.10g
Protein 11.70g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 673mg	52%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 2236mg	48%

*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: 72.0%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 24.4%