Napa Slaw

18 May, 2026 Recipe PREP 30 min COOK 3 min
Napa Slaw

Napa Slaw

PREP 30 min COOK 3 min

Description

A lighter take on classic creamy slaw, this version features a tofu-sesame dressing that allows the texture and subtle flavor of cabbage to shine. Rich in fiber, cabbage supports healthy blood sugar levels, while sulforaphane—a powerful compound found in cruciferous vegetables—supports detoxification, enhances heart health, and promotes brain function by reducing oxidative stress.


Ingredients

4 to 6 SERVES

Sesame Dressing

  • 8 oz tofu

  • 1/3 cup sesame seeds

  • 1/4 cup oil

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 3 unit garlic cloves

  • 2 tsp ginger

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tbsp garlic powder

  • 1 tbsp onion powder

  • 1/4 tsp chile flakes

  • 1/8 tsp salt

Napa Slaw

  • 4 cup napa cabbage

  • 1 cup carrot

  • 1 cup cucumber

  • 1/2 cup scallion

  • 1 cup tofu

  • 1/2 cup bamboo shoot

  • 1/2 cup water chestnut

  • 1/2 cup mint

  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds

Directions

  1. Step 1
    Make the dressing: Blend everything together until smooth. Season to taste. (This makes about 1¼ cups / 300 ml of dressing.)
  2. Step 2
    Make the slaw: In a large bowl, mix everything together, reserving a few mint leaves and sesame seeds for garnish. Toss with at least 1 cup of the dressing. Season to taste. Serve immediately.

Photo by Signe Birck