Cinnamon Free Cilantro-Lime Beet Cabbage Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and fresh flavor — earthy beets, crisp red cabbage, sweet carrots, and a generous handful of cilantro all come together in one bold, crunchy bowl. The dressing is bright and punchy, built on fresh lime juice, lime zest, honey, and a little grated ginger, with ground turmeric adding a warm, golden depth that doesn't rely on any warming spices you might be avoiding. It's the kind of recipe that proves you don't need a long ingredient list to get serious flavor on the table. Many packaged slaws and bottled dressings sneak in spice blends that can be hard to vet, so making this from scratch gives you full control over every element. A short rest at room temperature is all it takes for the cabbage to soften just enough and the flavors to meld beautifully. Finish it with a scatter of raw pumpkin seeds for a satisfying crunch, and you've got a side dish that works just as well alongside grilled proteins as it does tucked into tacos or grain bowls.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 3 cups red cabbage, thinly shredded
- 2 medium beets (about 8 oz total), peeled and coarsely grated
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and coarsely grated
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, honey, grated ginger, turmeric, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, grated beets, grated carrots, scallion greens, and cilantro.
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