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Zesty Japanese Yuzu-Wasabi Slaw with Fresh Vegetables

Name: Zesty Japanese Yuzu-Wasabi Slaw with Fresh Vegetables
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Red cabbage, 1 cup, shredded; Green cabbage, 1 cup, shredded; Carrot, 1, julienned; Cucumber, ½, thin matchsticks; Green onions, 2, thinly sliced; Yuzu juice, 3 tbsp; Rice vinegar, 1 tbsp; Soy sauce, 1 tbsp; Wasabi paste, 1 tsp; Honey, 1 tbsp; Sesame oil, 2 tbsp; Toasted sesame seeds, 1 tbsp; Grated ginger, 1 tsp

This invigorating slaw combines the exotic flavors of yuzu and wasabi with fresh vegetables to create a perfect accompaniment for any Asian-inspired meal.

4.9(437 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·November 4, 2025

Zesty Japanese Yuzu-Wasabi Slaw with Fresh Vegetables — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Slaw

For the Dressing

Optional Ingredients

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 118 kcal
Protein: 1.65 g
Carbs: 10.6 g
Fat: 8.05 g
Fiber: 2.12 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 470 kcal
Protein: 6.6 g
Carbs: 42.3 g
Fat: 32.2 g
Fiber: 8.5 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Red cabbage 1 cup, shredded	22	1	5	0.1	2.2
Green cabbage 1 cup, shredded	22	1	5	0.1	2.2
Carrot 1, julienned	25	0.6	6	0.1	1.7
Cucumber ½, thin matchsticks	6	0.3	1.5	0.1	0.5
Green onions 2, thinly sliced	5	0.3	1	0	0.4
Yuzu juice 3 tbsp	9	0.1	2.3	0.1	0
Rice vinegar 1 tbsp	3	0	0.1	0	0
Soy sauce 1 tbsp	11	1.3	1	0.1	0.1
Wasabi paste 1 tsp	5	0.2	0.9	0.1	0.2
Honey 1 tbsp	64	0.1	17	0	0
Sesame oil 2 tbsp	240	0	0	27	0
Toasted sesame seeds 1 tbsp	52	1.6	2.1	4.5	1.1
Grated ginger 1 tsp	6	0.1	1.4	0.1	0.1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Wash and Dry
Rinse and thoroughly dry the red cabbage and green cabbage.
2
Julienne Carrot
Julienne the carrot, ensuring even-sized matchsticks for consistent texture.
3
Slice Cucumber & Onions
Slice the cucumber and green onions finely for even distribution throughout the slaw.

Making the Dressing

1
Combine Liquids
In a bowl, combine the yuzu juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce.
2
Add Wasabi & Honey
Stir in the wasabi paste and honey until fully dissolved.
Tip: Ensure the wasabi is fully dissolved to avoid unexpected spicy pockets.
3
Emulsify
Gradually whisk in the sesame oil to emulsify the mixture.
Tip: Chill the vegetables in the fridge before combining with the dressing to add a refreshing crispness.

How to Make Zesty Japanese Yuzu-Wasabi Slaw with Fresh Vegetables

Total time: 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Combining the Slaw
In a large bowl, toss the prepared vegetables gently with the dressing until evenly coated.
2
Resting the Slaw
Let the slaw rest for at least 10 minutes for the flavors to meld together.
3
Final Toss
Give the slaw one final toss just before serving to redistribute the flavors.