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radish slaw

Tangy Radish Slaw

Delicious Tangy Radish Slaw recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the base

  • 2 cups cabbage (shredded into thin 1/8-inch strips)
  • 1 1/2 cups red cabbage (shredded thinly)
  • 1 1/4 cups radishes (sliced into thin matchsticks for better crunch)
  • 3/4 cup carrot (grated)
  • 1/3 cup green onion (finely diced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

For the dressing

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (Extra Virgin)
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tsp honey
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger (finely grated)
  • 1 tsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Shred the green cabbage and red cabbage into thin 1/8-inch strips using a mandoline or sharp knife for uniform texture. Slice the radishes into thin matchsticks—this creates better crunch than dicing and helps them stay crisp longer. Grate the carrot using a box grater or microplane. Finely dice the green onion and chop the cilantro. I find that cutting everything to similar sizes helps the slaw feel cohesive and ensures even dressing distribution.
  • In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, freshly grated ginger, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir vigorously or shake in the jar until the honey dissolves completely and the dressing emulsifies slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed—I like to add an extra pinch of salt here since it brings out the sweetness of the vegetables.
  • Transfer all the prepared vegetables from Step 1 to a large bowl. Pour the dressing from Step 2 over the vegetables and toss thoroughly with tongs or your hands until everything is evenly coated. Let the slaw sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the vegetables to soften slightly and the flavors to meld. Top with toasted sesame seeds just before serving to keep them crunchy and preserve their nutty flavor.