Gut Friendly Asian-Style Cabbage Slaw
Crunchy, colorful, and packed with bright flavor, this cabbage slaw is the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show at any meal. Two types of shredded cabbage and julienned carrots form a satisfying base, while scallion greens, cilantro, and optional fresh mint layer in freshness that makes every bite feel alive. The dressing is where the real magic happens — coconut aminos bring a savory depth without the gut-disrupting additives found in conventional soy sauce, and fresh ginger with a touch of turmeric add warmth and anti-inflammatory support that your digestive system will appreciate. Apple cider vinegar and fresh lime juice keep things tangy and bright, while a little honey and melted coconut oil round out the dressing into something genuinely craveable. Letting the slaw rest for ten minutes before serving is a small but important step — it softens the cabbage just enough to make it easier to digest without losing that satisfying crunch. Everything here is whole-food and straightforward, so you're not navigating a label minefield or wondering what's hiding in a bottled sauce. It works beautifully as a topping, a side, or even a light standalone dish when you want something nourishing that doesn't weigh you down.
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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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