Thai Slaw Salad

Crisp, vibrant, and bursting with bold flavors, this Thai Slaw Salad is a refreshing twist on your classic coleslaw. Made with a colorful blend of shredded red and green cabbage, crunchy carrots, sweet red bell pepper, and fragrant herbs like cilantro and mint, this salad delivers a medley of textures and tastes in every bite. The creamy peanut dressing, infused with soy sauce, lime juice, fresh ginger, and garlic, ties it all together with a tangy, nutty richness that’s impossible to resist. Topped with crunchy roasted peanuts, this salad is as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Perfect as a light lunch, a side dish for barbecues, or a vibrant addition to your weeknight dinners, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve it fresh or let it chill for even deeper flavor—either way, your taste buds are in for a treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups shredded red cabbage
• 2 cups shredded green cabbage
• 2 cups shredded carrots
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 4 scallions, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
• 0.25 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, green cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, sliced scallions, cilantro, and mint. Toss lightly to mix the vegetables together.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water. Whisk until the dressing becomes smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add a pinch of salt or more lime juice for extra tanginess.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss until all the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts on top for extra crunch and garnish.

Step 6

Serve the Thai Slaw Salad immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1077.6 grams (1077.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1277

Total Fat 83.10g	107%
Saturated Fat 12.90g	65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2004mg	87%
Total Carbohydrate 111.80g	41%
Dietary Fiber 34.20g	122%
Total Sugars 55.70g
Protein 49.50g	99%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 569mg	44%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 3136mg	67%

*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: 53.7%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 32.1%