Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Asian Peanut Slaw that you’ll love making at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cabbage
- 2 large carrots
- 1 bell pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables: Wash and finely shred the cabbage, grate the carrots, and slice the bell pepper. Combine them in a large bowl.
- Add herbs: Chop the cilantro and sprinkle it over the veggies.
- Make dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice until smooth.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the vegetable mix and toss well to coat.
- Final touch: Just before serving, sprinkle chopped peanuts on top for added texture.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled as a side dish or main course.
Notes
- Shred cabbage as finely as possible for better dressing absorption and easier eating
- Let the salad rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together
- Add peanuts just before serving to maintain their crunch and prevent sogginess
- Use room temperature peanut butter for easier whisking and smoother dressing
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 calories
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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