Cashew Free Ginger-Lime Cauliflower Apple Salad
Bright, zippy, and genuinely refreshing, this raw cauliflower salad is the kind of dish that surprises people in the best possible way. The cauliflower gets shaved down into a light, slaw-like texture that soaks up the ginger-lime dressing beautifully after a short rest, turning tender without losing its satisfying bite. Crisp apple slices add a sweet crunch that plays perfectly against the heat of fresh ginger and the earthy warmth of turmeric. Scallions, cilantro, and mint keep every forkful lively and aromatic, making this feel far more exciting than your average side salad. The dressing comes together in one bowl with pantry staples — lime juice, olive oil, honey, and a little sea salt — so there's no complicated technique standing between you and a seriously good plate of food. Everything here is whole, straightforward, and naturally free from tree nuts, so you never have to second-guess a label or swap out an ingredient. Serve it immediately once assembled to keep those apple slices crisp and the herbs vibrant.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 small head cauliflower (about 1 lb), core removed
- 2 medium crisp apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and thinly sliced
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly torn
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
Instructions
- 1
Using a box grater (large holes) or a mandoline set to 1/8-inch, shave or grate the cauliflower florets into thin, rice-to-slaw-sized pieces directly into a large mixing bowl. You should have about 4 cups of shaved cauliflower.
- 2
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, grated ginger, honey, turmeric, and 1/2 tsp salt until the dressing is smooth and the honey is fully dissolved.
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