Low Fat Asian Style Coleslaw for Two
Bright, crisp, and bursting with flavor, this Low Fat Asian Style Coleslaw for Two is the perfect side dish for a light and refreshing meal. Featuring crunchy green cabbage, vibrant carrots, and sweet red bell pepper, this coleslaw is elevated with the bold, tangy notes of a ginger-garlic vinaigrette made with rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, and a hint of honey. Accented with toasted sesame oil and fresh cilantro, this healthy salad is a feast for the senses. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with colorful veggies, it’s a low-fat, Asian-inspired twist on a classic dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for two, this quick and easy recipe pairs beautifully with grilled meats or makes a standout addition to a lighter lunch.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
- 1 medium (julienned or grated) Carrot
- 0.5 medium (thinly sliced) Red bell pepper
- 2 (sliced thinly) Scallions (green onions)
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon (grated) Ginger
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 1 teaspoon (optional, for garnish) Sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, and scallions.
Step 2
Add the chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl and toss the vegetables gently to mix.
Step 3
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, honey, toasted sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic until fully combined.
Step 4
Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
Step 5
Allow the coleslaw to marinate for 5-10 minutes at room temperature for the flavors to meld, or refrigerate if preferred chilled.
Step 6
Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving as a garnish, if desired.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-fat Asian-style coleslaw!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (312.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 168.1 |
| Total Fat 6.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 566.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.0g | |
| Protein 5.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 89.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 566.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories