Asian Slaw Recipe with Peanuts
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Asian Slaw Recipe with Peanuts
Description
The Asian Slaw Recipe with Peanuts combines shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrots with scallions and cilantro to create a mixture rich in crisp textures and fresh herbal elements. The soy sauce-based dressing, balanced by canola and sesame oils, fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of sweetener, coats the vegetables evenly and infuses them with mild savory heat and umami. Adding roughly chopped dry roasted peanuts gives the slaw a satisfying crunch and subtle nuttiness that complements the raw vegetables well.
The preparation involves tossing shredded vegetables with the dressing before folding in the peanuts, allowing the flavors to meld as the slaw chills. This makes it a versatile side or topping that pairs well with Asian-inspired mains or grilled meats. The slaw can be made in advance and kept refrigerated for up to three days, retaining its crispness and bright flavors.
Ingredients
- 10 oz green cabbage shredded
- 10 oz carrot shredded
- 1/2 small head red cabbage shredded
- 1 bunch scallions white and greens
- 1/2 cup cilantro roughly chopped
- 2/3 cup peanuts roughly chopped, dry roasted
Asian Slaw Dressing
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 2 tablespoons truvia sweetener
- 1 tablespoon ginger grated, fresh
- 2 cloves garlic grated or finely minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place slaw ingredients into a bowl and toss.
- In a separate bowl, whisk dressing ingredients together to combine and pour over slaw. Toss to combine. Add in peanuts and toss again. Serve with extra cilantro and peanuts.
- Store slaw in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 192 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 192kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 531mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 371mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 6448IU | 129% |
| Vitamin C | 36mg | 40% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.