Crunchy Sesame Slaw with Sweet Potato
Quick, crunchy, and vibrantly dressed with a punchy sesame-ginger vinaigrette. Sweet potato ribbons add body and natural sweetness to this addictive Asian-style slaw.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 165
- Protein
- 3g

Ingredients
- 2 whole sweet potato, medium
- 4 cups napa cabbage, finely sliced
- 1 whole carrot, grated or julienned
- 3 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- ¼ cup combined sesame seeds (white or black) + green onion (sliced)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the sweet potatoes into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler or mandoline. Place in a large bowl.
- 2
Add the sliced cabbage and grated carrot to the bowl with sweet potato.
- 3
Whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced ginger, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- 4
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss until every piece is coated, about 1 minute.
- 5
Divide among plates and top with sesame seeds and sliced green onion. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- vegetable peeler or mandoline
- small bowl
- whisk
- knife
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