Soy Free Smoky Paprika Cabbage and Carrot Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a serious crowd-pleaser, built on crisp shredded cabbage and sweet carrots that soak up every bit of the bold, smoky dressing. Smoked paprika, cumin, and turmeric give the vinaigrette a warm, earthy depth that makes this feel like so much more than a simple side dish. A short rest at room temperature is all it takes for the cabbage to soften just enough and the flavors to come together beautifully. The dressing is whisked together from pantry staples — olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey — with absolutely nothing hidden or questionable in the mix, which makes it a genuinely stress-free choice for anyone navigating soy sensitivities. Fresh parsley and green onion tops keep things bright and herbaceous, while a handful of raw pumpkin seeds adds a satisfying crunch if you want a little extra texture. It pairs effortlessly with grilled proteins, grain bowls, or tacos, and it's the kind of recipe you'll find yourself making on repeat all season long.
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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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