Paraben Free Smoky Paprika Cabbage and Carrot Slaw
This vibrant slaw is all about bold, earthy flavor built from a handful of clean, whole-food ingredients. Shredded cabbage and carrots form a satisfying, crunchy base, while fresh parsley and green onion tops keep things bright and herbaceous. The real magic is in the dressing — smoked paprika, cumin, and turmeric layered into a honey-kissed apple cider vinegar vinaigrette that coats every strand with deep, smoky warmth. A short rest at room temperature lets the cabbage soften just enough and the flavors meld into something that tastes far more complex than the effort involved. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of synthetic preservatives or additives that can sneak into store-bought dressings and packaged slaws. A scatter of raw pumpkin seeds on top adds a satisfying crunch and makes it feel genuinely finished. Whether you're serving it alongside grilled proteins or piling it onto a grain bowl, this slaw earns a permanent spot in the weeknight rotation.
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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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