Seed Oil Free Ginger-Lime Coconut Slaw

Total time25 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

5.0

(14)

This vibrant slaw is everything a side dish should be — crunchy, bright, and packed with flavor from fresh ginger, lime zest, and a handful of bold aromatics. The dressing skips the canola, soybean, and sunflower oils that sneak into so many store-bought slaws and bottled dressings, relying instead on coconut oil for its fat base. That single swap keeps things clean without sacrificing any of the richness you'd expect from a well-dressed slaw. Coconut aminos add a subtle savory depth, while fresh lime juice and honey balance everything with a sweet-tart finish that makes it genuinely hard to stop eating. A short rest lets the cabbage soften just enough to absorb the dressing, so the flavors are fully melded by the time it hits the table. Toasted shredded coconut on top adds a nutty crunch that takes the whole thing over the edge. Serve it alongside grilled proteins, tuck it into tacos, or eat it straight from the bowl — it holds up beautifully either way.

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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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