Artificial Flavors Free Ginger-Lime Cabbage & Carrot Slaw
Bright, crunchy, and loaded with real flavor, this slaw is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients — no mystery additives, no synthetic flavor packets, just fresh produce and a punchy homemade dressing. The combination of green and red cabbage with grated carrot gives you serious texture, while scallions and cilantro add a fresh, herby lift that store-bought slaws simply can't replicate. The dressing is where this really shines: fresh lime juice and zest, finely grated ginger, coconut aminos, and a touch of honey come together into something tangy, savory, and just slightly sweet. Coconut aminos is a great swap for conventional soy sauce here — it delivers that umami depth without the artificial flavoring agents that sneak into many bottled condiments. A quick 10-minute rest lets the cabbage soften just enough to absorb all that gingery, citrusy goodness before you toss it one final time. It's the kind of side dish that works alongside grilled proteins, tucked into tacos, or honestly eaten straight from the bowl. Clean ingredients, bold results — this one earns a permanent spot in the rotation.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly shredded
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and coarsely grated
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tsp lime zest
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrots, scallions, and cilantro. Toss to distribute evenly.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, coconut aminos, olive oil, grated ginger, honey, and 1/4 tsp salt until the dressing is smooth and the honey is fully dissolved.
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