Yeast 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 texture — shredded green and purple cabbage, julienned carrot, fresh cilantro, and scallion greens all tossed together in one big, beautiful bowl. The real star is the dressing: fresh lime juice and zest, grated ginger, coconut aminos, a touch of honey, and a pinch of turmeric whisked into something bright, tangy, and just a little exotic. Coconut oil brings it all together with a subtle richness that makes every strand of cabbage feel intentional rather than just filler. For anyone navigating a yeast-free lifestyle, this kind of recipe is a genuine win — every single ingredient is naturally free of yeast and fermented additives, so there's no label-squinting required. A short 10-minute rest lets the cabbage soften just enough to soak up all that gingery, citrusy dressing before you toss it one final time. Finishing with toasted shredded coconut adds a nutty crunch that takes the whole thing from simple side dish to something you'd genuinely be proud to put on the table. It's the kind of slaw that disappears fast.

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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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