MSG Free Ginger-Lime Coconut Slaw

Total time25 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

5.0

(14)

This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and freshness — shredded green and purple cabbage, julienned carrot, scallion greens, and torn cilantro all tossed in a bright, zippy dressing that comes together in minutes. The real magic is in that dressing: fresh lime juice, lime zest, grated ginger, honey, and a touch of turmeric give it serious depth without relying on any flavor enhancers or additives. Coconut aminos steps in where soy sauce might otherwise go, delivering a gentle savory note that's naturally free of the glutamates found in conventional soy-based condiments — so you get all the umami-adjacent satisfaction with none of the worry. A short 10-minute rest lets the cabbage soften just enough to soak up every drop of that citrusy, gingery dressing before you toss it one final time. The optional toasted coconut on top adds a subtle crunch and a faint sweetness that ties the whole bowl together beautifully. It works as a standalone side, a taco topper, or a bright companion to grilled proteins — endlessly versatile and genuinely hard to stop eating.

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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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