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Korean Coleslaw Salad with Easy Dressing

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This flavorful Korean coleslaw recipe is perfect to serve as a side, topping, or even on its own as a light lunch! Enjoy the kimchi-like flavors of this cabbage salad within a few short minutes!

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Why I Love Korean Coleslaw

If you enjoy browsing Pinterest for recipes, you’ve probably seen plenty of cabbage salad recipes, each one claiming to be better than the other. My favorite version tends to include some variation of Korean kimchi – a traditional Korean side dish made of fermented vegetable and Korean spice. 

While I love kimchi, when I get craving I simply can’t wait a few days for it to properly ferment! My solution was to come up with this Koran-inspired coleslaw dish that has all the makings of kimchi, including the vinegar-based dressing, but take a fraction of the time! 

This simple coleslaw is comprised of cabbage, green onions, and garlic, and is then tossed with a delicious soy sauce and sesame seed dressing. Each ingredient plays an important role in this recipe and sings a beautiful harmony of flavors!

How To Enjoy Korean Slaw

  • Eat right from the bowl: I mean, that’s the obvious answer, right? It’s flavorful and makes for a great snack.
  • Add protein: Make the cabbage salad a complete meal by adding a protein! Flank steak or pork belly would be great on this coleslaw!
  • Top your burgers: Skip the boring lettuce and add a generous pile of this cabbage salad on your burger patty. It will take your burger above and beyond!
  • Add in tacos: Homemade tacos can easily be elevated by adding this Korean style cabbage salad. It goes really well with chicken or beef.

Key Ingredients to Make This Korean Coleslaw

shredded green cabbage on wooden board, chopped green scallions, olive oil, soy sauce, sugar, sliced garlic cloves, vinegar, powdered red pepper in individual containers.
  • Cabbage – shredded 
  • Green onions/Scallions – chopped
  • Garlic – minced 

Korean Cabbage Salad Dressing

  • Vinegar
  • Salt
  • Agave – honey or sugar works too
  • Red pepper
  • Soy sauce
  • Vegetable oil
  • Sesame seeds

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

How To Make Korean Cabbage Salad and Dressing

Step 1: Combine Salad Ingredients

Combine the cabbage, scallions, and garlic in a large bowl. 

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Step 2: Mix Korean Cabbage Dressing

Prepare the dressing by mixing vinegar, salt, agave (or sugar), ground red pepper, soy sauce, olive oil, and sesame seeds in a small bowl. Pour it over the salad mixture and combine well. 

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Step 3: Let Stand + Enjoy

Cover the slaw and let it stand in the fridge for 20 minutes before mixing it again. Transfer the slaw to a salad bowl and sprinkle with more sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy!

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FAQs + Tips

What is coleslaw made of?

The consistent ingredient in coleslaw is raw cabbage, but beyond that you can sort of create your own recipe. You can include additional crunchy veggies like shredded carrots and brussels sprouts, or play around with the type of sauce you prefer. 

What kind of cabbage should I use for coleslaw?

You can use any type of cabbage in this recipe, but napa cabbage is a personal favorite. It’s also one of the most commonly used cabbages to make kimchi or to use as a wrap. 

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Korean Coleslaw Salad with Easy Dressing

This flavorful Korean coleslaw recipe is perfect to serve as a side, topping, or even on its own as a light lunch! Enjoy the kimchi-like flavors of this cabbage salad within a few short minutes!
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Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Allergy: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings5
Calories: 92kcal
Author: Marina Rizhkov

Equipment

  • garlic press
  • cabbage shredder
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • salad bowl
  • mixing spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 small head cabbage, shredded
  • 3 scallions, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

For the dressing:

  • 1 Tbsp vinegar
  • ½ Tbsp salt
  • ½ Tbsp agave, honey or sugar works too
  • ½ tsp ground red pepper
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp sesame seeds
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce

Instructions

  • Combine cabbage, scallions, and garlic in a bowl.
    1 small head cabbage,, 3 scallions,, 3 cloves garlic,
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  • Prepare the dressing sauce by mixing vinegar, salt, agave, ground red pepper, soy sauce, olive oil, and sesame seeds. Add to the salad and mix well.
    1 Tbsp vinegar, ½ Tbsp salt, ½ Tbsp agave,, ½ tsp ground red pepper, 1 Tbsp olive oil, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp sesame seeds
    dressing-in-a-white-bowl-with-a-spoon-with-empty-ingredient-bowls-all-around
  • Cover and let it stand in the fridge for 20 minutes, then mix again, your salad will be ready for you to enjoy! Transfer into a salad bowl and serve. Sprinkle with more sesame seeds if desired.
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Notes

  • Agave can be substituted to sugar or honey.
  • Add salt to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 933mg | Potassium: 353mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 333IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1mg
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I’m Marina, a Mother, Culinary Nutrition Expert, and Blogger. I am so glad you took the time to stop by and treat yourself to some of my recipes. My goal is to give you the knowledge and courage to get out of your comfort cooking zone and cook from scratch! You’ll find a bunch of pictures, nutritional information, and step-by-step instructions to help you achieve tasty homemade meals.

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4 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    This is a delicious, light salad! Served it was a ramen stir fry. Everyone enjoyed. I added about 1/2 cup shelled and light,y steamed edamame. SO GOOD!

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