Gelatin Free Ginger-Lime Coconut Slaw

Total time25 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

5.0

(14)

Bright, crunchy, and loaded with bold tropical flavor, this slaw is the kind of side dish that steals the show at any table. Two types of cabbage, julienned carrot, fresh cilantro, and scallion greens come together in a bowl that's as colorful as it is satisfying. The dressing is where the magic really happens — fresh lime juice and zest, grated ginger, coconut aminos, a touch of honey, and a whisper of turmeric create something tangy, slightly sweet, and deeply aromatic all at once. Coconut oil ties it all together with a subtle richness that feels indulgent without weighing anything down. Many packaged slaws and bottled dressings sneak in gelatin-based stabilizers or thickeners, so making this entirely from scratch means you know exactly what's going into the bowl. A short 10-minute rest lets the cabbage soften just enough to soak up all that dressing, and a finish of toasted shredded coconut adds a nutty crunch that takes it over the top. It's the kind of recipe you'll want to keep in your back pocket for weeknight dinners, cookouts, and everything in between.

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Ingredients

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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