NATURALLY SAVVY: Asian Coleslaw Recipe

This Asian-inspired coleslaw recipe is a lighter, lower fat, twist on the traditional mayonnaise based slaw.

A sure crowd pleasure, this slaw takes just minutes to prepare and will become a family favorite at all your summer get-togethers.

Asian Coleslaw Recipe

    Prep Time: 30 minutes

    Cook time: 10 minutes

    Yield: Serves 8

Asian Coleslaw Recipe Ingredients

    1/2 medium head green cabbage, shredded

    1 medium carrot shredded

    1/2 red pepper julienned

    1 generous handful cilantro, chopped

    1 cup shelled frozen edamame beans (soybeans)

    1/4 cup seasoned sesame oil

    1/2 cup rice wine vinegar

    Juice of 1/2 lime

    Salt to taste

Asian Coleslaw Recipe Directions

    Place cabbage, shredded carrots, julienned peppers and chopped cilantro in a large bowl.

    Boil edamame beans according to package directions and rinse in cold water when done. Add edamame beans to cabbage.

    Wisk together sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, limejuice and salt. Pour over slaw. Cover and refrigerate until ready to eat. Coleslaw can be prepared several hours before eating.

Joanne Capano is a regular contributor to Naturally Savvy -- dedicated to educating people on the benefits of living a natural, organic and green lifestyle.

 

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