Napa Cabbage Coleslaw for Non Slaw Lovers

Discover a fresh twist on a classic side with this Napa Cabbage Coleslaw for Non-Slaw Lovers—a vibrant medley of shredded Napa cabbage, crisp carrots, and sweet red bell pepper, elevated by a zesty sesame-ginger dressing. Perfect for those who typically shy away from traditional coleslaw, this Asian-inspired version ditches heavy mayo in favor of fragrant sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey, ensuring a light yet flavor-packed bite. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and a hint of fresh cilantro, this slaw pairs beautifully with grilled meats, fish tacos, or as a refreshing standalone dish. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a healthy, gluten-free, and make-ahead option that’s ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or summer barbecues.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups (shredded) Napa cabbage
• 1 cup (julienned or shredded) Carrots
• 1 cup (thinly sliced) Red bell pepper
• 3 stalks (thinly sliced) Green onions
• 1 handful (roughly chopped) Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon (grated) Fresh ginger
• 1 clove (minced) Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables: shred the Napa cabbage into thin strips, julienne or shred the carrots, thinly slice the red bell pepper, and chop the green onions and cilantro.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Napa cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro. Toss everything together to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 3

In a smaller bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the sesame-ginger dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl. Toss thoroughly until all the vegetables are coated in the dressing.

Step 5

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the coleslaw and give it one final toss.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Add additional lime juice, salt, or pepper to suit your preference.

Step 7

Cover the coleslaw and let it sit in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, although you can serve it immediately if desired.

Step 8

Serve the coleslaw chilled as a side dish, topping, or light appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(600.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	557.3

Total Fat 36.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1283.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 31.6g
Protein 9.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 360.3mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1387.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.6%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 36.8%