Smoky Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw
Smoky Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw brings together broiled cabbage, onions, and carrot ribbons for a char-kissed crunch with layered sweetness and warm spice. Garam masala, honey, and seasoned rice vinegar create a bright, gently spiced balance, making it a lively side for weeknight dinners or a standout addition to a cookout spread.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Smoky Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 45 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 18 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 56
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 38
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 29
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Line a baking sheet with foil and grease it with a few teaspoons of vegetable oil. Arrange the cabbage slices on the sheet, cut side up if possible, and drizzle the remaining vegetable oil evenly over the cabbage.
- 2
Position an oven rack about 7 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven’s broiler.
- 3
Broil until the surface of the cabbage is lightly charred, 4 to 6 minutes. Times will vary depending on your oven, so watch closely during each charring step.
- 4
Use a spatula and tongs to flip the cabbage; return it to the broiler to char the other side, 3 to 6 minutes.
- 5
After both sides of the cabbage are lightly charred, scatter the sliced onions over the top and use a vegetable peeler to shave long, thick strips of carrot over it. Arrange the carrot strips evenly on top and return the pan to the broiler.
- 6
Broil until the carrots and onions start to soften, about 3 minutes.
- 7
Sprinkle on the salt, garam masala (or any prepared curry powder), and cayenne, and use tongs to mix everything evenly. As the vegetables shrink while cooking, use a spatula to pull them in from the edges of the pan, closing any gaps and forming a neat, even rectangle.
- 8
Return the pan to the broiler; broil until the cabbage is tender and charred to your preference, a few minutes more.
- 9
Transfer to a bowl and dress with honey, vinegar, and more salt if needed. Stir in the olive oil and green onions. Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold.
- Calories 170.33 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 3.21 g Low Source 6%
- Carbohydrate 23.18 g 8%
- Total Fat 9.15 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 1.29 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.03 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 208.32 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 4.95 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 13.22 g --
- Added Sugars 2.0 g Low Source 4%
- Calcium 94.62 mg Low Source 7%
- Iron 1.64 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 553.43 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 105.84 mcg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin C 107.74 mg Good Source 120%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Smoky Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw is an American side dish recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Carrot, Cayenne Pepper, Garam Masala, and Green Onion. Each serving provides about 170.33 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Smoky Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw?
- It is an American slaw recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for side dish or salad.
- What is Smoky Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw made of?
- The main ingredients are Carrot, Cayenne Pepper, Garam Masala, Green Onion, Honey. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Smoky Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 170.33 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Smoky Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 9 steps.
- Is Smoky Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw healthy?
- Smoky Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 170.33 calories and 3.21 g of protein, or 6% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 208.32 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.29 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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