Japanese-Style Quick-Pickled Slaw

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
18%
Japanese-Style Quick-Pickled Slaw
45 min.
6
80kcal

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If you're looking to add a burst of fresh flavor to your meals while keeping it healthy, our Japanese-Style Quick-Pickled Slaw is the perfect side dish! This vibrant slaw brings together an exciting medley of crisp vegetables like Napa cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and red bell peppers. Not only does it look beautiful on the plate, but it also offers a delightful crunch that will elevate any meal.

This recipe is designed with health-conscious eaters in mind. It is gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions. The balance of sweet and tangy flavors comes from the use of golden brown sugar, rice vinegar, and a hint of Thai fish sauce, lending that authentic Japanese flair that will transport your taste buds straight to Asia.

You can whip up this slaw in just 45 minutes, and it can be made ahead of time—perfect for meal prep or a last-minute picnic addition. The ingredients work harmoniously to create a dish that is not only delicious but also light, with only 80 calories per serving. Whether served alongside grilled meats, as a topping for Asian-inspired tacos, or simply enjoyed on its own, this slaw will become a go-to recipe in your kitchen. Enjoy the delightful crunch and zesty taste that will leave you craving more!

Ingredients

  • large carrots peeled cut into matchstick-size strips
  • medium cucumber peeled seeded cut into matchstick-size strips
  • tablespoon ginger fresh minced peeled
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • cups napa cabbage thinly sliced
  • tablespoons sesame oil 
  •  bell pepper red cut into matchstick-size strips
  • 0.5 cup rice vinegar 
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • tablespoon thai fish sauce (nam pla)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk first 6 ingredients in medium saucepan. Bring to boil; pour into large bowl.
  2. Add cucumber, carrot and red bell pepper. Cool. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature.)
  3. Add cabbage to vegetable mixture; toss to blend. Season to taste with salt.
  4. *Sold at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories80kcal
Protein9.44%
Fat54.51%
Carbs36.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.31
Glycemic Load
1.11
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
9.843912999915%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:80.46kcal
4.02%
Fat:4.93g
7.58%
Saturated Fat:0.71g
4.42%
Carbohydrates:7.33g
2.44%
Net Carbohydrates:5.66g
2.06%
Sugar:4.76g
5.29%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:586.1mg
25.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.92g
3.84%
Vitamin A:2811.3IU
56.23%
Vitamin C:40.92mg
49.6%
Vitamin K:27.34µg
26.04%
Folate:58.88µg
14.72%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.77%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.63%
Potassium:275.68mg
7.88%
Fiber:1.67g
6.67%
Magnesium:22.97mg
5.74%
Calcium:54.66mg
5.47%
Vitamin B3:0.84mg
4.22%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.04%
Phosphorus:40.42mg
4.04%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.56%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.55%
Copper:0.07mg
3.26%
Iron:0.55mg
3.03%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.6%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.94%
Selenium:0.83µg
1.18%
Source:Epicurious