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When the weather warms up, I find myself craving simple salads and slaws that don’t require much effort.
This Easy Asian Slaw with Pineapple is one of my favorite shortcuts. Made with bagged coleslaw mix, canned pineapple tidbits, scallions, sesame seeds, and bottled sesame ginger dressing, it comes together in about 10 minutes.
The combination of crunchy cabbage, sweet pineapple, and tangy Asian-inspired dressing creates a light, refreshing side dish that pairs beautifully with everything from grilled chicken and burgers to ham, pork, fish, and sandwiches.
Best of all, there’s no chopping cabbage and no homemade dressing to make. Just toss everything together and serve.
Table of Contents
Why You’ll Love This Asian Slaw
- Ready in about 10 minutes
- No cooking required
- Uses convenient bagged coleslaw mix
- Sweet, crunchy, and refreshing
- Perfect for potlucks and picnics
- Great make-ahead side dish
- Naturally dairy-free
- WW-friendly
Ingredients & Substitutions
Coleslaw mix – The ultimate shortcut. Most bags contain a blend of green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrots. You can also shred your own cabbage if preferred.
Scallions – Add a mild onion flavor. Thinly sliced red onion can be substituted.
Pineapple tidbits – Add sweetness and balance the tangy dressing. Fresh pineapple works beautifully too.
Toasted sesame seeds – Add crunch and nutty flavor. Black sesame seeds can also be used.
Sesame ginger dressing – I usually use a bottled dressing such as Newman’s Own Light Sesame Ginger. Any Asian-style vinaigrette will work.
Optional Add-Ins
For extra texture and flavor, consider adding:
- Sliced almonds
- Chopped peanuts
- Mandarin oranges
- Edamame
- Chopped cilantro
- Shredded rotisserie chicken
- Crispy wonton strips
How Many Calories and WW Points?
According to my calculations each serving has 72 calories and 3 WW Points.
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2 *PointsPlus (Old plan)
How to Make Asian Slaw with Pineapple
Step 1: Combine the vegetables
Place the coleslaw mix, scallions, pineapple tidbits, and toasted sesame seeds in a large bowl.
Step 2: Dress the slaw
Drizzle the sesame ginger dressing over the mixture.
Step 3: Toss
Toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 4: Serve
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Recipe Notes
One of the reasons I love this recipe is that it relies on a couple of smart shortcuts.
Using bagged coleslaw mix eliminates almost all the prep work, while bottled sesame ginger dressing creates instant flavor.
The slaw is delicious immediately after mixing, but I think it tastes even better after chilling for 30 minutes to an hour.
If you’re serving this at a cookout or potluck, wait until shortly before serving to add the dressing so the cabbage stays crisp.
What to Serve with Asian Slaw
This crunchy slaw pairs well with:
- Grilled chicken
- Pulled pork
- Burgers
- Ham
- Fish and seafood
- Teriyaki chicken
- Asian-inspired rice bowls
- Sandwiches and wraps
It’s especially good alongside grilled foods during the summer months.
How to Store Leftovers
Store leftover slaw in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
The cabbage will soften slightly as it sits but will remain flavorful.
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Easy Asian Slaw with Pineapple
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 package (16 ounces) coleslaw mix
- 4 scallions, chopped (both white and green parts)
- 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits in juice, drained
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1/3 cup low-fat Asian sesame ginger dressing (such as Newman’s Own)
Instructions
- Place the coleslaw mix, scallions, drained pineapple tidbits, and sesame seeds in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the mixture and toss to combine well.
- Serve the slaw right away, or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe Source: adapted from The Dinner Doctor (affiliate link) by Anne Byrn
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead?
Yes. You can combine all the ingredients ahead of time and add the dressing just before serving.
Can I use fresh pineapple?
Absolutely. Fresh pineapple is delicious in this slaw.
What dressing works best?
Any sesame ginger or Asian-style vinaigrette works well.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
It can be. Just check the label on your bottled dressing.
Can I turn this into a main dish?
Yes. Add grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, or edamame for extra protein.
More Easy Salads and Slaws You’ll Love
If you like this easy, low-fat Asian slaw with pineapple, be sure to check out some of my other Weight Watchers friendly side dish recipes including
- Citrus Spinach Salad with Zesty Lime Vinaigrette
- Asian-inspired Satay Chicken Pasta Salad that also uses bottled Asian vinaigrette
- Spicy Cabbage Slaw
- Weight Watchers Easy Asian Chicken Salad
- Easy Healthy Asian Spaghetti Squash Salad
- Easy Broccoli Salad
- WW Easy Cucumber Salad
- Broccoli Slaw with Cranberries
- Carrot Salad with Raisins & Walnuts
sounds good will denfinately make
I never cared for mayo based slaws so I was excited to try this one. Thank you for the tasty recipe that’s so easy and sooo good.