Capsaicin Free Asian-Style Cabbage Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and texture — crisp green and red cabbage, sweet julienned carrots, fresh scallion greens, and torn cilantro all tossed together in one satisfying bowl. The dressing is where things get really interesting: coconut aminos bring a savory, umami-rich depth, while fresh lime juice, apple cider vinegar, and honey create a bright sweet-tart balance that clings to every shred. A touch of grated ginger and ground turmeric round things out with warmth and earthiness, delivering bold flavor without a single hot pepper or chili in sight. That's the quiet genius here — so many Asian-inspired slaws lean on chili oil or sriracha for excitement, but this one proves you don't need any heat to make a dressing that genuinely pops. Letting the dressed slaw rest for ten minutes is a small step that makes a big difference, softening the cabbage just enough so the flavors meld into something cohesive rather than sharp. Finish it with fresh mint and a squeeze of lime at the table and you've got a side dish that's as pretty as it is craveable. It works beautifully alongside grilled proteins, tucked into wraps, 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 (green tops only)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly torn
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 coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt, or to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, scallion greens, and cilantro. Toss to distribute evenly.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, melted coconut oil, grated ginger, turmeric, and salt until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
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