Nutmeg Free Asian-Style Cabbage Slaw

Total time30 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time0 min

4.9

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This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and crunch, layering two kinds of cabbage with julienned carrots, fresh cilantro, and scallion greens for a bowl that looks as good as it tastes. The dressing is where things really get interesting — coconut aminos bring a savory depth, while fresh lime juice and apple cider vinegar cut through with bright acidity, and a touch of honey rounds everything out. Grated ginger and ground turmeric add warmth and a subtle earthiness without leaning on any of the heavy spices that can sneak into bottled dressings or spice blends. That makes this a genuinely easy win for anyone navigating nutmeg restrictions, since every single ingredient is right there in front of you — no mystery spice blends, no label anxiety. A quick ten-minute rest after tossing lets the cabbage soften just enough to soak up all that flavor while still keeping its satisfying bite. Finish it with fresh mint and a squeeze of lime and you have a side dish that holds its own next to grilled proteins, rice bowls, or tacos. It's the kind of recipe you'll find yourself making on repeat because it's fast, fresh, and completely stress-free.

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Ingredients

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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