Thai Coleslaw

Bright, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, this Thai Coleslaw is a vibrant twist on a classic salad that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring a colorful medley of green and red cabbage, shredded carrots, crisp red bell pepper, fresh cilantro, and green onions, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. A creamy, tangy peanut dressing—made with smooth peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and a hint of ginger and garlic—ties it all together with a delightful Thai-inspired zest. Topped with roasted peanuts for a satisfying crunch, this easy 20-minute recipe is perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, healthy main course. Whether you're hosting a summer BBQ or looking to elevate your weeknight meals, this Thai coleslaw is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups, shredded Green cabbage
• 2 cups, shredded Red cabbage
• 1 cup, shredded Carrots
• 1 medium, thinly sliced Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup, chopped Cilantro
• 3 stalks, chopped Green onions
• 0.5 cup, roughly chopped Roasted peanuts
• 3 tablespoons Smooth peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 clove, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon, grated Fresh ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, cilantro, and green onions. Toss to mix evenly.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes until smooth and well combined. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water if needed to reach a pourable consistency.

Step 3

Pour the peanut dressing over the vegetable mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables in the dressing.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., more lime juice for acidity or honey for sweetness).

Step 5

Sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts over the coleslaw for garnish.

Step 6

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours to let the flavors meld. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	982.5 grams (982.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1165

Total Fat 76.30g	98%
Saturated Fat 12.40g	62%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1536mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 96.40g	35%
Dietary Fiber 27.50g	98%
Total Sugars 48.70g
Protein 42.80g	86%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 326mg	25%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 2356mg	50%

*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: 55.2%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 31.0%