Soy Free Ginger-Lime Coconut Slaw

Total time25 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

5.0

(14)

This vibrant slaw is everything you want in a fresh side dish — crunchy, bright, and loaded with bold flavor from real lime juice, grated ginger, and a golden hit of turmeric. The dressing comes together in one small bowl, and the whole thing is built from clean, whole ingredients that happen to be completely free of soy in any form. That matters more than you might think, because conventional slaws and Asian-inspired dressings almost always sneak in soy sauce or soy-based oils — here, coconut aminos do all the savory heavy lifting without any of that. The result is a deeply satisfying umami note that plays beautifully against the citrus and the gentle heat of fresh ginger. After a quick ten-minute rest, the cabbage softens just enough to soak up the dressing while still keeping that satisfying crunch. A scatter of toasted coconut on top adds a subtle nuttiness and a little texture that makes the whole bowl feel finished and special. It works as a side for grilled proteins, tucked into tacos, or honestly eaten straight from the bowl with a squeeze of extra lime.

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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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