Crunchy Asian Slaw

Name: Crunchy Asian Slaw
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 4 cups shredded green cabbage; 2 cups shredded red cabbage; 2 large carrots, julienned or shredded; 1/2 cup sliced green onions; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 1 clove garlic, minced

A colorful and refreshing salad featuring crisp vegetables coated in a savory, creamy dressing that everyone loves.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Asian· July 19, 2026

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Prep

20 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

50 minutes

Serves

This Asian slaw has become a favorite in my kitchen because it is so satisfying and goes with just about anything. The combination of crunchy cabbage and carrots with a punchy dressing is the perfect way to add some fresh greens to your dinner table.

My top tip for this recipe is to use a mandoline or a sharp knife to get the cabbage sliced extra thin. The thinner the shreds, the better the dressing sticks to every single bite. It really makes a big difference in the texture.

🧺 Ingredients

4 cups shredded green cabbage
2 cups shredded red cabbage
2 large carrots, julienned or shredded
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, green onions, and fresh cilantro.
2
In a separate small jar or bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic until the mixture is smooth.
3
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
4
Let the slaw sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors have time to mingle.
5
Give the slaw a quick toss one more time before serving cold.

💡 Tips

This slaw tastes best when served within a few hours of making it, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. For extra crunch, top your serving with a handful of toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts right before eating.

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