Asian Sesame Ginger Slaw
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Asian Sesame Ginger Slaw
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This Asian Sesame Ginger Slaw isn't your average slaw! It's heartier with the addition of quinoa, but also mayo free and lighter with a delicious sesame ginger dressing!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups red cabbage, shredded
- 3 cups napa cabbage, shredded
- 2 cups kale, shredded
- 2 cups carrot, grated
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
- 4 tablespoons green onions, diced
- 1/2 cup dry quinoa, rinsed or 1 1/2 cup cooked
- 1 cup water (for cooking quinoa)
- 1 tablespoons black sesame seeds, toasted white are ok, black are a little more flavorful
- 1/2 cup whole cashews, toasted and then chopped
Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
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Instructions
- Combine quinoa and water to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Turn the heat off, leave the lid on and allow the quinoa to sit on the burner for a further 5-7 minutes. Remove the lid and fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool.
- Heat a small saute pan to medium and add sesame seeds and toast for 3 minutes stirring occasionally. Remove from pan and set aside.
- While pan is still hot, add cashews and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring often to be sure they do not burn. Remove from pan, set aside to cool, then give a rough chop.
- Meanwhile while quinoa is finishing, in a small bowl mix together vinairgrette dressing ingredients.
- In a large bowl, add cabbage, kale, carrots, cilantro, green onions, quinoa, black sesame seeds, and cashews and mix.
- Add dressing to large bowl of veggies and mix well. Cool in fridge until ready to serve.
Notes
- Prepare in advance
- Prepare in advance
- Prep all of the veggies and prep the dressing. Keep separate until you're ready to serve and then mix right before serving.
- Substitutions
- Substitutions
- Cabbage: Use any mixture of your favorites.
- Onions: Substitute onion or yellow.
- Cashews: Salted peanuts are also delicious!
- Honey: Maple syrup is a delicious option, too and will make this recipe vegan.
- Soy Sauce: Use tamari to ensure that it's gluten free, or a gluten-free soy sauce.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
277kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
20g
(31%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Sodium
96mg
(4%)
Potassium
421mg
(12%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
5118IU
(102%)
Vitamin C
41mg
(46%)
Calcium
85mg
(9%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 277 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 277kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 96mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 421mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 5118IU | 102% |
| Vitamin C | 41mg | 46% |
| Calcium | 85mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
30 reviews
Excellent
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