Caffeine Free Smoky Paprika Cabbage and Carrot Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and bold, smoky flavor that earns a permanent spot in your weeknight rotation. Shredded cabbage and carrots form a hearty, crunchy base, while green onion tops and fresh flat-leaf parsley keep things bright and fresh. The real magic is in the dressing — smoked paprika, cumin, and turmeric come together with apple cider vinegar and honey to create something that's tangy, warm, and just a little sweet all at once. A short 15-minute rest lets the cabbage soften slightly and the flavors meld into something far greater than the sum of its parts. Optional pepitas scattered on top add a satisfying crunch and a nutty finish that takes the whole thing over the edge. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of stimulants, so you can enjoy a deeply flavorful dish without a second thought about what's hiding in the dressing. It works beautifully as a side for grilled proteins, tucked into wraps, or honestly eaten straight from the bowl.
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6 servings
For the slaw
- ½ medium head green cabbage (about 6 cups shredded)
- 3 medium carrots (about 2 cups shredded)
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the shredded cabbage and carrots in a large mixing bowl. Add the sliced green onion tops and chopped parsley and toss to combine.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and uniform in color.
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