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    Home » Recipes » Asian

    Asian Ginger Sesame Slaw

    Published: Jul 9, 2019 · Modified: May 13, 2021 by Sherri · This post may contain affiliate links · 17 Comments

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    asian slaw with ginger sesame dressing in a white bowl

    This Ginger Sesame Slaw has such a simple fresh recipe.  Made with just 4 easy ingredients, it’s perfect to serve alongside grilled chicken or fish or to make for your next BBQ or family gathering.

    There is nothing better than a fabulous recipe that is so extremely quick and healthy. This Ginger Sesame Slaw is one of those and has that “something special” taste.  The combination of ginger, toasted sesame oil and rice vinegar really lights up your taste buds.

    Closeup of Ginger Sesame Slaw recipe in a white bowl on a bamboo placemat

    If you’re a slaw lover, this asian version flavored with ginger and sesame a wonderful recipe to make instead of a traditional creamy mayonnaise version.

    I just chopped up about ⅓ of a cup of the pickled ginger to add in with the oil and vinegar.

    You can also add sliced scallions if you’d like too if your’d like.

    This asian this yummy Soy-Lime-Garlic Marinated Chicken Tenders and served this slaw along side of it for another perfect easy healthy dinner!!

    Ginger Sesame Slaw recipe in a white bowl on a bamboo placemat

    Ingredients needed

    Shredded cabbage – buy pre-packaged slaw mix with carrots or shred your own

    Pickled Ginger – Jars are found in the asian section of the grocery store. It’s wonderful flavor is the star of this recipe

    Rice vinegar – seasoned is wonderful but any rice vinegar would work.

    Toasted sesame oil – toasted is best but regular is fine as well.

    Salt – to taste

    Scallions – an optional ingredient that adds even more flavor

    Toasted sesame seeds – another optional ingredient for a little extra crunch

    Ingredients for Ginger Sesame Slaw recipe on a counter

    How to Make this Asian Slaw

    Place the cabbage in a medium size serving bowl

    In a small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients.

    Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat.

    Serve immediately.

    Variations/Substitutions

    1. Add 2 teaspoons of soy sauce or tamari if gluten free
    2. Add in thin slices of red bell pepper or shredded broccoli
    3. Add ¼ cup of fresh diced cilantro
    4. Add a little sriracha sauce for a spicier version

    Tips

    If you have time, make a few hours ahead of serving to allow the flavors to blend together. It’s still wonderful if you don’t though.

    Add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if slaw is too tart for liking.

    Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

    Use a tablespoon of fresh grated ginger in place of pickled ginger if you prefer.

    Other healthy salad recipes too:

    Balsamic Broccoli Slaw

    Southwest Quinoa Salad

    Roasted Beet Salad

    Creamy Cucumber Salad

    Succatash Salad

    white bowl with asian slaw

    Ginger Sesame Slaw

    This Ginger Sesame Slaw has exquisite taste.  Made with just 4 simple ingredients, it’s wonderful along side grilled chicken.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 63kcal
    Author: Sherri Hagymas

    Ingredients

    • 16 ounces bag of shredded cabbage with carrots
    • ⅓ cup pickled ginger
    • 1 Tablespoons seasoned rice-wine vinegar
    • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
    • ¼ teaspoons salt
    • ¼ cups of scallions sliced thin optional
    • Toasted sesame seeds optional

    Instructions

    • Place the cabbage in a medium sized serving bowl
    • In a small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients.
    • Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
    • Serve immediately.

    Notes

    Add thinly sliced red peppers or broccoli slaw
    Add one teaspoon of honey if slaw is too tart for your liking
    Add soy sauce or Tamari for more asian flavor
    Add sriracha for a spicer version

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 275mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 111IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional Disclosure

    Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Todd

      March 08, 2020 at 4:59 pm

      Nice recipe! I’m diabetic so I’m always looking for healthy , good tasting recipes. This fits that description.

      Reply
    2. Nan

      November 07, 2018 at 5:31 pm

      Am I only the second one person who has actually made this slaw to review it? If you like slaw and you like pickled ginger, this is delicious. We served with Asian Style Ribs.

      Reply
    3. Suzanne

      July 11, 2015 at 9:09 am

      Hi Sherri,
      Love that you have included ginger in this slaw recipe. Thanks for linking up to Saturday Sparks. You have been featured today.
      Have a Great Weekend,
      Suzanne
      Pieced Pastimes

      Reply
    4. Natasha in Oz

      July 11, 2015 at 12:48 am

      5 stars
      That coleslaw looks amazing and so healthy too. Thanks so much for sharing your recipe at the #sundaysdownunder link up! I’ve pinned this and shared on social media.

      Best wishes and hope to see you again tomorrow!
      Natasha in Oz

      Reply
    5. Miz Helen

      July 10, 2015 at 9:53 am

      5 stars
      Congratulations!
      Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you are having a great day and enjoy your new Red Plate!
      Miz Helen

      Reply
    6. Margaret

      July 07, 2015 at 11:41 am

      I saw you featured on Tasty Tuesday – Congrats! What a beautiful salad! I bet it tastes good too, I love rice vinegar and sesame oil.

      Reply
      • Sherri

        July 07, 2015 at 11:57 am

        Thank you so much Margaret!! It’s now one of my favorites!

        Reply
    7. Jann Olson

      July 06, 2015 at 9:16 pm

      This sounds super yummy! Thanks for sharing the recipe with SYC.
      hugs,
      Jann

      Reply
    8. Theresa @DearCreatives

      July 06, 2015 at 8:15 pm

      Hi Sherri, Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party! Pinned & Shared. Hope to see you again soon.

      Reply
    9. All that's Jas

      July 06, 2015 at 8:11 pm

      My kind of salad. Simple and delicious. Thanks for sharing at Thursday Favorite Things!

      Reply
    10. Lou Lou Girls

      July 05, 2015 at 1:18 pm

      I’m drooling right now! This looks so good. Pinned and tweeted. Thank you for bringing this to our party and we hope to see you on Monday at 7 pm. Lou Lou Girls

      Reply
    11. Jamie

      July 03, 2015 at 7:34 pm

      5 stars
      Those look amazing. Definitely pinning the Ginger Sesame one to try for my family! 🙂

      Reply
    12. Amanda

      July 02, 2015 at 8:19 am

      5 stars
      you had me at ginger! love everything about this slaw – these are my fave flavors! might have to give it a try this weekend for the 4th! sharing & pinning! 🙂

      Reply
    13. a spirit of simplicity

      June 30, 2015 at 4:26 pm

      oh that looks divine. I have printed it out and added to my grocery list! Thanks.

      Reply
    14. Becca @ The Earthlings Handbook

      June 30, 2015 at 2:33 pm

      Those are some of my favorite flavors! Thanks for the inspiration.

      Reply
    15. Jody @EasyPeasyMom

      June 29, 2015 at 8:34 pm

      This looks so delicious! Pinning, thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    16. Deb at Counting My Chickens

      June 29, 2015 at 8:20 pm

      I have a lot of cabbage in the garden now. This looks like a great use for it!

      Reply
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