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    Cilantro Broccoli Slaw with Peanut Dressing

    Lindsay Moe

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    This crunchy cilantro broccoli slaw recipe is made with both coleslaw mix and broccoli slaw, then coated in a simple peanut dressing to make the most flavorful side dish or main salad! 

    a bowl of cilantro lime slaw with a small dish of black sesame seeds and a cloth napkin
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    I’m officially dubbing this the summer of salads, and I don’t even know myself any more.

    I’ve been cranking out a lot of new salads this summer, and I have to say this broccoli cilantro slaw is one of the best! It is so flavorful and delightfully crunchy. I feel like I’ve been waiting ages to share it with you, so let’s get into it!

    a big bowl of broccoli cilantro slaw on a white back ground with a spoon, fork, napkin, and black sesame seeds

    One of the best things about a crunchy slaw is that it still holds up (and maybe tastes even better) after a few days in the fridge. This is a large salad, so you’ll likely have leftovers, and that’s ok! It’ll still be crunchy after hanging out with the peanut butter dressing in the refrigerator for a day or two.

    ingredients for cilantro lime slaw slaw

    How to make cilantro broccoli slaw with peanut butter dressing

    I used packaged slaw mix to keep this super simple, but you can definitely incorporate your farmer’s market finds or CSA haul into the mix. Overall you’ll need:

    • Broccoli slaw
    • Coleslaw mix
    • Red bell pepper
    • Green onions
    • Cilantro
    a bowl of cilantro lime broccoli slaw before adding dressing

    How to make peanut butter dressing

    Let’s talk about that peanut butter dressing! It’s a peanut dressing that is easy to whisk together in a bowl or shake up in a little mason jar. It gets tons of flavor from peanut butter, ginger, garlic, and rice wine vinegar.

    The broccoli slaw dressing is similar to what I use in my healthy green salad recipe, and it is the best way to make veggies enjoyable! If you prefer a creamier classic coleslaw, try my coleslaw without mayo!

    peanut butter slaw dressing in a small mason jar on a wood table

    Tips for customizing broccoli slaw with peanut dressing

    • Add ½ cup cooked and cooled edamame
    • Swap the peanuts/peanut butter for cashews/cashew butter
    • For a nut-free version use sunflower butter and sunflower seeds
    • Add other veggies you have on hand such as radishes or cucumber
    • Use all freshly chopped veggies such as carrots, cabbage, and broccoli
    • Top with your favorite protein such as tofu or tempeh
    a close up photo of a big bowl of cilantro lime slaw with peanut butter dressing

    What to serve with crunchy cilantro lime slaw

    • Pan Fried Peanut Tofu
    • The Best Tofu
    • Baked Vegetable Egg Rolls
    • Homemade Veggie Nuggets
    • Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps
    a bowl of cilantro broccoli slaw with a napkin, small plate of black sesame seeds, and green onions

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    Recipe

    a bowl of Asian slaw with a small dish of black sesame seeds and a cloth napkin

    Cilantro Broccoli Slaw with Peanut Butter Dressing

    Crunchy broccoli slaw coated in a peanut butter dressing to make a light lunch or healthy side dish.
    4.67 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Chilling Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 8 side salads
    Calories: 90kcal
    Author: Lindsay Moe

    Ingredients

    Cilantro Broccoli Slaw

    • 12 ounces coleslaw mix
    • 12 ounces broccoli slaw mix
    • ½ red bell pepper, julienned
    • 2 green onions, sliced
    • ½ cup cilantro, finely chopped
    • Chopped Peanuts
    • Black Sesame Seeds
    • Sriracha

    Peanut Butter Dressing

    • ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    • 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
    • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or tamari
    • 1 clove garlic, pressed
    • 2 teaspoons grated ginger or ginger paste
    • 1-2 teaspoons raw honey
    • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
    • Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, toss together coleslaw, broccoli slaw, bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro.
    • In a small bowl or mason jar, whisk or shake together the dressing ingredients until fully combined.
    • Pour dressing over slaw and stir to thoroughly combine. Refrigerate ten minutes or up to overnight to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold topped with chopped peanuts, black sesame seeds, and sriracha to taste.

    Notes

    Ideas to customize your Cilantro Broccoli Slaw:

    • Add ½ cup cooked and cooled edamame
    • Swap the peanuts/peanut butter for cashews/cashew butter
    • For a nut-free version use sunflower butter and sunflower seeds
    • Add other veggies you have on hand such as radishes or cucumber
    • Use all freshly chopped veggies such as carrots, cabbage, and broccoli
    • Top with your favorite protein such as tofu or tempeh
     

    Nutritional information is an estimate without the addition of peanuts, sesame seeds, or sriracha

    Nutrition

    Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 173mg | Potassium: 273mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 540IU | Vitamin C: 65.7mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 0.8mg
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