Napa Fusion Slaw

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavor-packed Napa Fusion Slaw! Combining crisp Napa cabbage, colorful carrots, juicy red bell pepper, and aromatic cilantro, this Asian-inspired coleslaw is dressed in a tangy-sweet blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. Infused with the bold flavors of fresh ginger, garlic, and lime juice, this slaw strikes the perfect balance between refreshing and zesty. Toasted sesame seeds add a delightful crunch, making this dish a versatile side for any meal. Serve it as a crowd-pleasing standalone dish, or as a delicious topping for tacos, wraps, or sandwiches. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook recipe is a must-try for those seeking a healthy, quick, and modern twist on slaw!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups, thinly shredded Napa cabbage
• 1 cup, julienned or grated Carrots
• 1 medium, thinly sliced Red bell pepper
• 4 stalks, thinly sliced Scallions (green onions)
• 1 cup, chopped Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon, grated Fresh ginger
• 1 clove, minced Garlic
• 1 tablespoon, freshly squeezed Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Napa cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, scallions, cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds. Toss well to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables with the dressing.

Step 4

Allow the slaw to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together. For the best flavor, refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 5

Give the slaw a final toss before serving and garnish with additional sesame seeds or cilantro if desired.

Step 6

Serve as a standalone side dish or use as a topping for tacos, sandwiches, or wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	680 grams (680.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	456

Total Fat 22.30g	29%
Saturated Fat 3.10g	16%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2455mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 54.70g	20%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 32.50g
Protein 11.70g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 413mg	32%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 1596mg	34%

*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: 43.0%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 46.9%