Xanthan Gum Free Ginger-Lime Cabbage & Carrot Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and flavor — crisp green and red cabbage, sweet grated carrot, bright scallions, and fresh cilantro all tossed in a punchy ginger-lime dressing that you'll want to put on everything. The dressing comes together with a quick whisk of fresh lime juice and zest, coconut aminos, olive oil, honey, and finely grated ginger, so every bite carries that perfect balance of tangy, savory, and just a little sweet. Because the whole thing is built from whole, unprocessed ingredients, there's no need to scan labels for hidden thickeners or stabilizers — it's naturally free of any gum-based additives without any substitutions required. A short 10-minute rest lets the cabbage soften just enough to soak up all that bold dressing while still keeping its satisfying crunch. It's the kind of side dish that works equally well alongside grilled proteins, tucked into tacos, or eaten straight from the bowl with a fork.
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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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