Broccoli Sprouts and Daikon Radish Slaw

This broccoli sprout and daikon radish slaw is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer. The broccoli sprouts and daikon radish are both crisp and crunchy, and the red onion, cilantro, and mint add a nice pop of color and flavor. The dressing is made with rice vinegar, sesame oil, and salt, and it is light and tangy.

I first had this slaw at a Vietnamese restaurant in New York City. I was immediately hooked on the combination of flavors and textures, and I knew I had to recreate it at home. I experimented with different proportions of the ingredients and different dressings until I came up with this recipe, which I think is the perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup broccoli sprouts
• 1 cup daikon radish, peeled and julienned
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli sprouts, daikon radish, red onion, cilantro, and mint.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sesame oil, and salt.
3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Why It Works

• The broccoli sprouts and daikon radish are both crisp and crunchy, which gives the slaw a nice textural contrast.
• The red onion, cilantro, and mint add a nice pop of color and flavor to the slaw.
• The dressing is made with rice vinegar, sesame oil, and salt, and it is light and tangy, which helps to balance out the flavors of the vegetables.