Zesty Lime & Peanut Asian Cabbage Slaw - A Perfect Side Dish! 🥬🥜🍋
Ingredients:
1/2 medium head Green Cabbage, shredded (about 4 cups / 280g)
1/2 medium head Red Cabbage, shredded (about 4 cups / 280g)
2 large Carrots, shredded (about 1.5 cups / 170g)
1 Red Bell Pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
4 Scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup / 20g Fresh Cilantro, chopped
For the Peanut Dressing:
1/2 cup / 128g Creamy Peanut Butter
1/4 cup / 60ml Rice Vinegar
1/4 cup / 60ml Water
3 tbsp / 45ml Soy Sauce (use Tamari for Gluten-Free)
2 tbsp / 30ml Lime Juice
2 tbsp / 30ml Maple Syrup or Honey
1 tbsp / 15ml Toasted Sesame Oil
1 tsp / 5g Grated Fresh Ginger
1 clove Garlic, minced
Optional Topping: Chopped Peanuts
Directions:
1. Prepare the vegetables: Shred the green and red cabbage, carrots, and thinly slice the bell pepper (if using) and scallions. Chop the cilantro. Place all prepared vegetables in a large salad bowl.
2. Make the peanut dressing: In a medium bowl or jar, combine peanut butter, rice vinegar, water, soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup (or honey), sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Whisk or shake vigorously until the dressing is smooth and creamy. Add a little more water if it's too thick.
3. Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables in the bowl.
4. Toss the slaw gently but thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
5. Stir in the chopped peanuts just before serving, if using.
6. For best flavor, let the slaw sit for about 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the vegetables to slightly soften and meld with the dressing.
Recipe Information:
Preparation Time: 15 min | Cooking Time: 0 min | Total Time: 15 min (+ 10 min resting) | Calories per Serving: ~250 kcal | Number of Servings: 8
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