Turkey Free Asian-Style Cabbage Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and crunch, built from two kinds of cabbage, sweet julienned carrots, and a handful of fresh herbs that make every bite feel alive. The real star is the dressing — a bright, tangy blend of coconut aminos, fresh lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, and grated ginger that comes together in minutes and coats every shred beautifully. A pinch of turmeric adds a warm, golden depth that you wouldn't expect from a simple slaw, and it plays perfectly against the citrusy acidity. Letting it rest for just ten minutes before serving is the small step that makes a big difference, giving the cabbage time to soften slightly and soak up all that flavor. It works just as well as a standalone side as it does piled onto tacos, grain bowls, or grilled proteins. Everything in this recipe is naturally free from poultry, so there's no label-checking or substitution stress — just fresh, whole ingredients doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Finish it with torn mint and a squeeze of lime for a dish that tastes like it took far more effort than it actually did.
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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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