Almond Free Cilantro-Lime Zucchini Herb Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and fresh flavor — shredded zucchini and thinly sliced red cabbage form the base, while cilantro, mint, scallion greens, and optional jalapeño bring serious brightness to every bite. The dressing is where things really sing: olive oil, fresh lime juice, a touch of raw honey, cumin, and turmeric come together into something tangy, warm, and just a little unexpected. One smart trick makes all the difference — salting and squeezing the zucchini before tossing removes excess moisture so the slaw stays crisp rather than watery. Packaged slaws and restaurant sides can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since almonds sneak into dressings, toppings, and even spice blends with frustrating regularity. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can toss this together with total confidence. A scatter of pumpkin seeds on top adds a satisfying crunch at the finish without any of the worry. It works beautifully as a taco topping, a cookout side, or a light lunch straight from the bowl.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb total), trimmed
- 2 cups red cabbage, very thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 3 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced (optional)
For the dressing
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Using the large holes of a box grater or a julienne peeler, shred the zucchini into long strands into a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, toss briefly, and let stand for 10 minutes, then squeeze the zucchini firmly in your hands or in a clean kitchen towel to remove as much liquid as possible. Return the squeezed zucchini to the bowl.
- 2
Add the red cabbage, cilantro, mint, scallion greens, and jalapeño, if using, to the bowl with the zucchini and toss to combine.
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