Pecan Free Asian Cabbage Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and crunch, layering shredded green and red cabbage with julienned carrots, scallions, and fresh cilantro into something that looks as good as it tastes. The real magic is in the dressing — coconut aminos, fresh lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, and grated ginger come together into something tangy, slightly sweet, and deeply savory all at once. A touch of turmeric gives the whole thing a warm golden hue and a subtle earthiness that makes this feel a cut above your average side salad. Many store-bought slaws and dressings sneak in tree nuts as a topping or textural element, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can toss it together with total confidence. Letting the slaw rest for ten minutes before serving is a small step that makes a big difference — the cabbage softens just enough to soak up all that bold dressing without losing its satisfying bite. Finish it with a scatter of fresh mint if you have it on hand, and you've got a dish that works beautifully alongside grilled proteins, tucked into tacos, or honestly just eaten straight from the bowl.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup carrots, julienned or coarsely grated
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt, or to taste
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, scallions, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl and toss to distribute evenly.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, avocado oil, grated ginger, turmeric, and salt until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is uniform in color.
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