Tasty Thai Coleslaw Recipe

Name: Tasty Thai Coleslaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb packaged coleslaw mix (i.e. shredded cabbage and carrots); 1 zucchini, coarsely grated (peeling first is optional); 1 bunch fresh basil, stemmed and chopped; 1 bunch of fresh mint, stemmed and chopped; 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped (Bunch sizes of this vary greatly, so just approximate the same amount as the other herbs. It's okay ); 1 bunch fresh chives, minced; ½ cup raw unsalted peanuts (divided in half); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; ¼ cup soy sauce (The original calls for Nama Shoyu, but I used regular low-sodium soy sauce. Any kind of soy sauce wi); 2 tablespoons honey or 2 tablespoons agave nectar; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon ginger (about a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled); 1 tablespoon curry powder; 1 teaspoon chili powder

Servings: persons

1 lb packaged coleslaw mix (i.e. shredded cabbage and carrots)
1 zucchini, coarsely grated (peeling first is optional)
1 bunch fresh basil, stemmed and chopped
1 bunch of fresh mint, stemmed and chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped (Bunch sizes of this vary greatly, so just approximate the same amount as the other herbs. It's okay )
1 bunch fresh chives, minced
½ cup raw unsalted peanuts (divided in half)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
¼ cup soy sauce (The original calls for Nama Shoyu, but I used regular low-sodium soy sauce. Any kind of soy sauce wi)
2 tablespoons honey or 2 tablespoons agave nectar
¼ cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon ginger (about a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled)
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon chili powder

1
Combine the coleslaw mix, grated zucchini, basil, mint, cilantro, chives and 1/4 C of the peanuts in a large bowl and mix well.
2
Coarsely chop the other 1/4 C of peanuts and combine with the salad.
3
Combine dressing ingredients (lemon juice, vinegar, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic, and ginger) directly in the blender and blend until smooth.
4
Pour dressing over salad and mix well.
5
Serve immediately.
6
If serving later, hold off on adding the dressing so it doesn't get too soggy, cover the salad bowl with plastic wrap and store in the fridge until it's time to eat.
7
Another alternative may be to try draining off the excess dressing.
8
This slaw is best when it's still a bit crunchy.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb packaged coleslaw mix (i.e. shredded cabbage and carrots), 1 zucchini, coarsely grated (peeling first is optional), 1 bunch fresh basil, stemmed and chopped, 1 bunch of fresh mint, stemmed and chopped, and more.

Yes, Tasty Thai Coleslaw falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tasty Thai Coleslaw

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