Asian Coleslaw with Sesame Dressing

Recipe Highlights Asian Coleslaw with Sesame Dressing is one of my favorite salads to make when friends come over. It’s make-ahead friendly and great for hosting. It also travels well, so I love bringing it to potluck parties and cookouts. It’s always a crowd pleaser. Here’s why I keep coming back to this recipe: Mayo-free, light, and crunchy Quick to prep, with no cooking Flexible and customizable with what’s in the fridge If you love Japanese salads, try my Japanese Potato Salad, Spinach Ohitashi, and Soba Noodle Salad next! Table of Contents What is Asian Coleslaw? Asian coleslaw is also called Japanese coleslaw or Japanese slaw, gets its name from a Japanese-style sesame dressing that swaps mayonnaise. The dressing is made of toasted sesame oil, mild vinegar, and sugar. The result is a lighter, tangier take on traditional Western coleslaw. Ingredients for Asian Coleslaw with Sesame Dressing Red and green cabbage Carrot Cilantro (coriander) Green onion/scallion For the Dressing Apple cider vinegar Toasted sesame oil Toasted white sesame seeds Sugar Salt and black pepper Find the printable recipe with measurements below. Jump to Recipe How to Make Asian Coleslaw with Sesame Dress...