Peanut 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 shredded green and red cabbage with julienned carrots, fresh cilantro, and scallion greens into something that looks as good as it tastes. The real star is the dressing — a bright, punchy blend of coconut aminos, fresh lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, and grated ginger that comes together in minutes and coats every strand beautifully. A pinch of turmeric adds a warm, earthy undertone that makes the whole thing feel a little more complex than your average slaw. Many store-bought Asian-inspired dressings and sauces sneak in peanut oil or are processed on shared equipment, so making this one from scratch with clearly labeled pantry staples keeps things genuinely safe and stress-free. After just ten minutes of resting, the cabbage softens slightly and drinks up all that tangy-sweet dressing — no soggy mess, just perfectly balanced bites. Finish it with fresh mint and a squeeze of lime for an extra layer of freshness that takes it over the top. It works beautifully as a side dish, piled onto tacos, or tucked into a grain bowl.

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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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