Paraben Free Ginger-Lime Fennel & Apple Slaw
This bright, crunchy slaw is a serious crowd-pleaser — paper-thin fennel, tart Granny Smith apple, and shredded cabbage come together in a way that feels both refreshing and surprisingly complex. The dressing is where the magic happens: fresh lime juice, raw honey, grated ginger, and a touch of turmeric whisked with extra-virgin olive oil create something vibrant and deeply flavorful without a single processed or synthetic ingredient in sight. That matters a lot when you're avoiding parabens, since many bottled dressings and pre-made slaws contain preservatives that can be tricky to screen for on a label. Making the dressing from scratch here means you know exactly what's going in — every ingredient is whole, fresh, and straightforward. A short 10-minute rest after tossing lets the vegetables soften just enough to soak up all that gingery citrus goodness while still keeping their satisfying bite. Scatter the reserved fennel fronds over the top before serving and you've got a dish that looks as good as it tastes. It works beautifully as a side for grilled proteins or piled onto tacos, and it comes together with almost no effort at all.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 1 small fennel bulb (about 12 oz), fronds reserved
- 1 medium granny smith apple, cored and julienned or thinly sliced
- 2 cups green cabbage, very thinly shredded
- 3 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh fennel fronds, roughly chopped (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Halve the fennel bulb lengthwise, remove the tough outer layer and core, then use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice it paper-thin crosswise. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Add the julienned apple, shredded cabbage, and scallion greens to the bowl with the fennel and toss to combine.
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