Cabbage and Carrot Salad with Creamy Asian Sesame Dressing

A large glass bowl filled with a colorful asian style cabbage salad.

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Cabbage and Carrot Salad with Creamy Asian Sesame Dressing

A vibrant Asian slaw packed with crunchy cabbage, sweet. mango, and toasted cashews. The creamy Asian sesame dressing makes this absolutely magical! Serve at BBQs, take to potlucks, or make to serve alongside grilled meats.

Prep Time15

Cook Time0

Total Time15

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Asian

Servings: servings

Calories: 173kcal

Author: Michelle Miller

Ingredients

Cabbage and Carrot Salad

6 cups green cabbage shredded
2 cups red cabbage shredded
2 carrots large carrots (or 2 cups), shredded
1/2 cup cilantro chopped
1/4 cup green onions finely chopped
1/2 cup cashews toasted, chopped
1 cup mango sliced thin or cut in chunks

Creamy Asian Sesame Dressing

3 tablespoons SunButter No Sugar Added
6 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons coconut aminos
2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
1-2 tablespoons sriracha (look for Paleo), add to taste
1/2 teaspoon sea salt add to taste

Instructions

Asian Sesame Dressing

Add all Asian Sesame Dressing ingredients into a blender or a mason jar. Process or shake the dressing until it’s a smooth and creamy texture. Set aside.

Cabbage and Carrot Salad

Into a large salad bowl, add the cabbage, carrots, and herbs.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. I typically start with about 2/3 of the dressing and serve the salad with additional dressing on the side. Toss the vegetables with the dressing.
When ready to serve, garnish the salad with sliced mango, chopped cashews, and additional herbs.

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Notes

How to Store Leftover Carrot and Cabbage Salad

If you know you won't be using the whole salad, store the cabbage, carrot, and herb blend separate from the dressing, cashews, and mango.

When ready to enjoy, add dressing to the salad, and top with mango and cashews.

If the salad has already been tossed with the dressing, store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. To freshen it up, I like to add some fresh herbs or some freshly shredded cabbage.

How to Serve Asian Cabbage and Carrot Slaw

This salad is the perfect side dish for a bbq or potluck.

It's also delicious simply topped with grilled or baked protein. I suggest:

Grilled Shrimp

Coconut Aminos Marinated Chicken

Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Grilled Pork Chops

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