Low Iodine Smoky Paprika Cabbage and Carrot Slaw

Total time35 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time0 min

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Low Iodine Smoky Paprika Cabbage and Carrot Slaw

This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and bold, smoky flavor — the kind of side dish that steals the show at any table. Shredded cabbage and carrots form a sturdy, satisfying base, while smoked paprika, cumin, and turmeric give the dressing a warm, earthy depth that tastes far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. A splash of apple cider vinegar and a touch of honey keep things bright and balanced, so every bite has that perfect sweet-tangy pull. For anyone navigating iodine restrictions, this recipe is a natural fit — it's built entirely from fresh vegetables, olive oil, and spices, with no seafood, dairy, or iodized salt concerns to navigate. The brief resting period is a small but important step; it lets the cabbage soften just enough to absorb all that gorgeous dressing without losing its satisfying crunch. Finish it with a handful of raw pumpkin seeds for a little nutty texture, and you've got a dish that works as a cookout staple, a weeknight side, or a meal-prep hero that only gets better as it sits.

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Ingredients

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
Chef's tip
Fine sea salt and table salt measure the same - no conversion needed.
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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