Health Topicsdiet nutritionhealthy eatingSavory spicy slaw recipe

Savory spicy slaw recipe

This Asian-inspired slaw is easy to prepare and pairs well with most any entree.

slaw
Written by Kat Barefield, MS, RD. Medically reviewed in January 2023 by Ann Wendling, MD, MPH.

You need at least 5 servings of fruits and veggies for optimal health. Get a couple servings with this spicy coleslaw and pair it with your favorite sandwich for a great post-workout meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • Salt
  • 1/2 small head Napa or green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 4 scallions, cut into matchsticks
  • 1 grated carrot
  • 1/2 fresh jalapeno, minced

Preparation (Serves 4)

In a large bowl, combine lime juice, rice vinegar, vegetable oil. and sugar. Season with salt and whisk.

To dressing, add cabbage, cilantro, scallions, carrot, and jalapeno, and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories 99; fat 3g; saturated fat 1g; cholesterol 0mg; sodium 420mg; carbohydrate 18g; fiber 5g; protein 3g; calcium 96mg

More On

5 budget-friendly foods that fit into the Mediterranean diet

video

5 budget-friendly foods that fit into the Mediterranean diet
Looking to eat healthier on a budget? Try the Mediterranean diet and here are the nutritional foods you should add to your diet.
7 healthy ways to eat meat

article

7 healthy ways to eat meat
Lots of heart-conscious consumers and waist watchers have recently rehabbed their steak knives, having found that -- hang onto your knife sharpener --...
7 dairy-free foods this dietitian swears by

slideshow

7 dairy-free foods this dietitian swears by
Milk, cheese, yogurt, and other delicious (and healthy) dairy-free options to try.
Why you should eat your vegetables first

video

Why you should eat your vegetables first
This practice may help you feel full faster, and for longer.
Is a heart-healthy diet good for psoriasis?

video

Is a heart-healthy diet good for psoriasis?
Eating a heart-healthy diet may make managing psoriasis symptoms easier. Ashley Koff, RD, explains how a heart-healthy diet includes essential fatty a...