Sesame-Ginger Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw

It’s not always easy to pair Asian-style dishes with salad, but this sesame-ginger flavored red cabbage and carrot slaw might just be the perfect accompaniment.

This crunchy salad is compatible with Asian-style vegetable stir-fries, noodle dishes, and recipes featuring tofu, tempeh, and seitan.

This simple and colorful salad goes with just about any dish in the stir-fries  and tofu and tempeh categories. It’s also a good way to boost vegetable intake when served with hearty sandwiches.

Yield: 4 to 6

Sesame-Ginger Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw

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It’s not always easy to pair Asian-style dishes with salad, but this sesame-ginger flavored red cabbage and carrot slaw is a perfect accompaniment.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 cups thinly shredded red cabbage
• 2 cups grated carrot (pre-grated is fine)
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon sesame or hemp seeds
• 1 to 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup sesame-ginger dressing, bottled or homemade, or as needed (see link to homemade dressing in Notes
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions

Combine all the ingredients in a serving container and toss together. Let stand for 10 minutes or so before serving to allow flavors to blend.

Notes

Here's our Sesame-Ginger Salad Dressing if you'd like to make your own.

Here’s another salad featuring red cabbage and carrots:

Fruity Red Cabbage Salad

Explore lots more easy vegan salads and sides.

Photos (top & middle): Anna Pustynnikova / Bigstock