Description
This Asian-inspired coleslaw is a light, mayonnaise-free side dish featuring a mix of green and red cabbage, carrots, and optional beetroot, topped with fresh herbs and toasted sesame seeds. A tangy dressing made with apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and honey makes you want to eat this salad for breakfast, lunch and dinner! Best served fresh.
Ingredients
Coleslaw
- 1 ½ cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 ½ cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 uncooked beetroot, thinly sliced (optional)
- ½ cup fresh coriander, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted *
- ¼ cup parsley for garnishing (optional)
Dressing:
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar dressing
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey (runny)
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, beetroot and coriander. Toss until evenly combined.
- In a small measuring jug combine the dressing ingredients together and mix with a small whisk or fork.
- Just before serving, drizzle with half the amount dressing and mix to combine. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped parsley.
- Best eaten on the day but can keep for up to 2 days in the fridge.
Notes
* To make toasted sesame seeds, place in a small saucepan or pot over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes or until sesame seeds have browned beautifully.