Xanthan Gum Free Ginger-Lime Coconut Slaw
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 without relying on any packaged sauces or thickeners. That last point matters more than you might think: many bottled dressings and store-bought slaws sneak in xanthan gum as a stabilizer, but this one is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients that need no gelling agents to hold together beautifully. A short 10-minute rest lets the cabbage soften just enough to absorb all that citrusy, gingery dressing before you give it one final toss. Finish it with toasted shredded coconut for a little nutty crunch and a squeeze of fresh lime, and you have a dish that feels genuinely special with almost no effort.
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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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