Sesame Coleslaw

Bring vibrant flavors and irresistible crunch to your table with this Sesame Coleslaw, a refreshing twist on the classic side dish. Featuring a colorful blend of green and red cabbage, crunchy carrots, and scallions, this recipe is elevated by a creamy sesame dressing made with mayonnaise, rice vinegar, and a hint of honey for a perfectly balanced taste. Toasted sesame seeds add a nutty depth, while sesame oil and soy sauce infuse bold umami notes. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this coleslaw is perfect for summer barbecues, picnic spreads, or as a crisp topping for burgers and sandwiches. Serve it chilled for maximum flavor and satisfaction!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Green cabbage
• 2 cups Red cabbage
• 1 large Carrot
• 3 stalks Scallions
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the green cabbage and red cabbage, and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel the carrot, then use a box grater or julienne peeler to shred it. Add the shredded carrot to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Chop the scallions into thin slices, including both the white and green parts. Add them to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a small skillet, toast the sesame seeds over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool before adding to the salad.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables and toss thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top and give it a final toss.

Step 8

Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve cold as a side dish or as a topping for sandwiches and burgers. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(858.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2138.3

Total Fat 197.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.0g
Cholesterol 235.3mg	0%
Sodium 2452.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.0g
Protein 11.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246.3mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 1256.0mg	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: 81.0%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 17.0%