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Cabbage and Fennel Slaw




Source of Recipe


The Herb Companion, Oct/Nov 2009






Recipe Introduction


Fennel and basil pair up as flavorful accents for this tasty salad. To further improve this already-healthy dish’s nutritional profile, you can add four small shredded beets and two large peeled and shredded carrots.





List of Ingredients



• 3 cups thinly sliced cabbage (about 1/2 small head)
  
• 3 cups thinly sliced red cabbage (about 1/2 small head)
  
• 1 small fennel bulb, shredded
  
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  
• 2 1/2 tablespoons peanut or canola oil
  
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  
• 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
  
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
  
• 1 to 2 teaspoons honey
  
• Salt
  
• Freshly ground black pepper
  
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
  






Instructions



1. Toss cabbage, fennel and basil in a large serving bowl.
   
   
2. Whisk together peanut oil and next seven ingredients (through honey) in a small bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste.
   
   
3. Pour dressing over slaw, tossing to coat. Serve immediately, or cover and chill 2 hours. Garnish with fresh basil.
   






Final Comments


Serves 6 to 8