Artificial Flavors Free Ginger-Lime Coconut Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and texture — crisp green and purple cabbage, bright carrot, fresh scallion greens, and torn cilantro all tumbling together in one gorgeous bowl. What really makes it sing is the dressing: fresh lime juice and zest, finely grated ginger, coconut aminos, and a touch of honey and turmeric whisked into something punchy, tangy, and deeply satisfying. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which means you're not navigating a label full of mystery additives or synthetic flavor compounds — just real food doing all the heavy lifting. Coconut aminos stand in beautifully for soy-based sauces and bring a subtle savory depth without anything artificial sneaking in. A short rest before serving lets the cabbage soften just enough and gives the flavors time to really come together. The optional toasted coconut on top adds a nutty crunch that takes the whole thing over the edge. It works as a side, a topping for tacos or grilled proteins, or honestly just eaten straight from the bowl.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup purple cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 large carrot, peeled and julienned or coarsely grated
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly torn
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted and cooled
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrot, scallion greens, and cilantro. Toss to distribute evenly.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, coconut aminos, melted coconut oil, grated ginger, lime zest, honey, sea salt, and turmeric until the dressing is smooth and fully combined.
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