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15-MIN PANTRY
The 3-Ingredient Dumpling Salad I Make When I'm Out of Dinner Ideas
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5.0 (170)|(2 Reviews)Pan-crisped potstickers or gyoza tossed with crunchy coleslaw mix and toasted sesame ginger dressing.
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By Simply Recipes Kitchen (Test Kitchen)•Published April 21, 2026
⏱ 15 mins
Simply Recipes / Test Kitchen🔥 320 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Ready in 15 minutes flat using freezer and pantry staples.
- Hot crispy dumplings over cold crunchy slaw is texture perfection.
15-MIN PANTRY
The 3-Ingredient Dumpling Salad I Make When I'm Out of Dinner Ideas
When you're out of dinner ideas and energy, keep frozen potstickers and bagged coleslaw in the house. Crisp the dumplings in a hot skillet, toss over shredded cabbage with sesame ginger vinaigrette, and dinner is served in 15 minutes.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time15 mins
Servings2 servings
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Ingredients
- 10-12 frozen pork, chicken, or vegetable potstickers / gyoza
- 1 bag (14 oz) shredded coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage
- 1/3 cup sesame ginger or sweet chili dressing
- 1 tbsp cooking oil & 1/4 cup water (for steaming dumplings)
- Sliced scallions & toasted sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Directions
1
Pan-fry and steam potstickers
Sear potstickers in oil 3 mins until bottoms are browned. Add water, cover with lid, and steam 5 mins until hot throughout.
2
Toss with slaw and dressing
Toss coleslaw mix with sesame ginger dressing. Top with warm crispy potstickers and scatter scallions over top.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Uncover the skillet for the last minute of cooking so the dumpling bottoms crisp back up.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories320 kcal
Protein12g
Carbs36g
Total Fat14g
Sodium: 580mg
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
