ASIAN RED CABBAGE SLAW WITH PEANUTS

Asian Red Cabbage Slaw with Peanuts image

Vividly colorful and crisp, this slaw is made kid friendlier with the addition of peanuts. Pairs perfectly with chicken dishes, and adds a spicy note from the ginger and mustard.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons roasted no-salt-added creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon spicy mustard
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons peeled and grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons honey or agave nectar
Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
6 cups packed thinly sliced red cabbage (about 1/2 medium head)
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 scallions, green and white parts, thinly sliced on the diagonal
2 to 3 tablespoons roasted unsalted peanuts, chopped

Steps:

Whisk together the peanut butter, mustard, sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, honey and lime juice in a large bowl. Add the cabbage, basil, cilantro and scallions and toss to coat.
Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with the peanuts and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calorie, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 200 milligrams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 6 grams