Carrot and Cashew Nut Coleslaw Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In25 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings4
CuisineCourse
MethodDish
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Cashew nuts1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Carrot1 Large, grated
 Onion1 Small, finely chopped
 Celery 2 stalks, chopped
 Hard white cabbage1/4 Small, shredded
 Parsley1 Tablespoon, chopped
 Sesame oil4 Tablespoon
 Poppy seeds1/2 Teaspoon
 White wine or cider vinegar - 2 tbsp
 Salt1 To taste
 Pepper To Taste
 Fresh parsley - few sprigs, to garnish

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Preheat the oven or broiler on moderate.

MAKING
2. On a baking sheet, spread the cashews in a single layer.
3. Place in the preheated oven or under the boiler and roast the nuts, sautéing them occasionally to allow even browning.
4. When they are evenly browned remove and let cool.
5. In the meantime, in a large salad bowl, combine the vegetables and toss to mix. Keep aside.
6. In a small saucepan, heat the sesame oil.
7. When the oil is hot, add the poppy seeds
8. When seeds begin to pop, place a lid over the pan.
9. When the popping stops, take the pan off the heat and let cool slightly.
To the poppy seeds and oil mixture, add the vinegar and swirl the pan to mix.
10. Pour the warm dressing over the vegetable mixture.
11. Add the toasted cashew nuts and toss the salad to mix well.

SERVING
12. Garnish the salad with parsley and serve immediately while warm.
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