MSG Free Fig & Apple Cider Vinegar Cabbage Slaw
This slaw is a genuinely beautiful thing — two kinds of shredded cabbage, sweet fresh figs, and a honey-ginger dressing that makes the whole bowl feel a little special without requiring much effort at all. The apple cider vinegar brings a bright, tangy backbone, while turmeric gives the dressing a warm golden hue and a subtle earthiness that ties everything together. A short rest at room temperature lets the cabbage soften just enough to soak up all that flavor before the figs go in, keeping them plush and intact rather than lost in the mix. Every ingredient here is whole and straightforward — no seasoning packets, no bottled shortcuts, nothing that sneaks in unwanted additives. That makes it a genuinely clean option for anyone navigating menus where hidden flavor enhancers are a constant concern. It works beautifully as a side for grilled proteins, piled onto a grain bowl, or honestly just eaten straight from the bowl while you're still standing at the counter.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and coarsely grated
- 6 fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, grated ginger, turmeric, and 1/4 tsp salt until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is uniform in color.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrot, scallions, and parsley. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly until every strand is coated.
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