Asian Coleslaw With Miso Ginger Dressing Recipe

This vibrant Asian coleslaw is a flavor explosion! Our family favorite features a zesty miso-ginger dressing that's twice the recipe, perfect for using on rice noodle salads, crudités, or fish throughout the week. Adapted from a July 2004 Food & Wine recipe, this make-ahead salad is quick, easy, and bursting with fresh, crunchy veggies. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 318.5 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.2 (5 Reviews)
Asian Coleslaw With Miso Ginger Dressing 89

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asian Coleslaw With Miso Ginger Dressing

  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup grapeseed oil
  • Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • approx. 4 cups shredded green cabbage
  • approx. 4 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions

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How to Make Asian Coleslaw With Miso Ginger Dressing

  1. In a food processor, combine 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons white miso paste, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Process until completely smooth.
  2. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup grapeseed oil until emulsified.
  3. Season the dressing generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Pour 1/2 cup of the dressing into a large bowl. Refrigerate the remaining dressing for future use.
  5. Add 8 cups shredded green and red cabbage (about 1 small head of each), 1 cup shredded carrots, 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes, and 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions to the bowl.
  6. Toss the vegetables thoroughly with the dressing to coat evenly.
  7. Serve the coleslaw slightly chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

14g

Carbs

4g