Sesame Summer Slaw

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INGREDIENTS

¼ cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons miso paste
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped
2-5 tablespoons water, as needed
6 cups red cabbage, shredded
1 peach, thinly sliced
2 scallions, thinly chopped
½ cup chopped cilantro
½ cup chopped basil
½ cup mint leaves
¼ cup chopped peanuts (optional)

DIRECTIONS

  1. To make the dressing, combine peanut butter, miso paste, lime juice, sesame oil, ginger and 2 tablespoons of water. Mix well and add more water as needed until desired consistency.

  2. Add red cabbage, peach, scallion, cilantro, basil and mint to a large bowl. Pour over dressing and stir to combine. Top with chopped peanuts, if using.

  3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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quick tips

  • Add cubed and baked tofu to this salad for a complete meal.

  • Substitute the peach for apple or pear during colder months.

  • Allergic to peanuts? Use almond or sunflower butter, and top with sesame seed instead.