Low Fat Asian Coleslaw
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and guilt-free Low Fat Asian Coleslaw, a refreshing twist on the classic side dish that’s packed with bold, tangy flavors and wholesome ingredients. This colorful medley features finely shredded green and red cabbage, crisp julienned carrots, and the crunch of red bell peppers, all tossed in a light, zesty dressing made with low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and a hint of toasted sesame oil. Infused with fresh ginger, garlic, and a sprinkling of cilantro, this coleslaw is bursting with Asian-inspired flair while remaining low in fat and calories. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect healthy addition to picnics, BBQs, or meal prep plans. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds for an extra crunch, and enjoy a side dish that’s as delicious as it is nutritious!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups (finely shredded) Green cabbage
- 2 cups (finely shredded) Red cabbage
- 1 cup (julienned or shredded) Carrots
- 1 medium (thinly sliced) Red bell pepper
- 3 stalks (thinly sliced) Scallions
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon (grated) Fresh ginger
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 2 teaspoons (optional) Toasted sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, scallions, and cilantro. Toss to mix well.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated.
Step 4
If desired, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for an extra crunch and garnish.
Step 5
Let the coleslaw sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, then serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (599.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 386.8 |
| Total Fat 17.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1133.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.8g | |
| Protein 10.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 196.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1112.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories