Spicy Cabbage Slaw with Peanut Sauce: 5 Easy Steps to Perfect Flavor

Ingredients

• 4 cups shredded green cabbage – crisp and refreshing, the salad’s base
• 1 cup shredded purple cabbage – for color and antioxidative benefits
• 1 large carrot, julienned – adding a hint of sweetness and bright color
• ½ cup chopped cilantro – for that fresh, herbal zest
• ¼ cup sliced green onions – mild pungency that complements the sauce
• ¼ cup roasted peanuts, chopped – for crunch and protein
• ¼ cup creamy peanut butter (natural preferred) – the heart of the sauce
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari – umami depth
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar – balancing acidity
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup – subtle sweetness
• 1–2 tsp sriracha (adjust to your spice tolerance) – the spicy kick
• 1 clove garlic, minced – earthy aroma
• 2 tbsp warm water – to thin out the peanut sauce
• Optional: 1 tsp toasted sesame oil – adds an aromatic nutty touch