Wheat Free Smoky Paprika Cabbage and Carrot Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a serious crowd-pleaser, built on crisp shredded cabbage and carrots and finished with a dressing that punches well above its weight. Smoked paprika, cumin, and turmeric give the whole thing a warm, earthy depth that makes it feel far more exciting than your average side dish. A splash of apple cider vinegar and a touch of honey keep the balance bright and just slightly sweet, while fresh parsley and green onion tops add a clean, herby lift. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of wheat, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just straightforward, wholesome cooking. Letting the slaw rest for a few minutes before serving is the small step that makes a big difference, softening the cabbage just enough so the dressing really soaks in. A handful of raw pumpkin seeds scattered on top adds a satisfying crunch and makes it look genuinely beautiful on the table. Serve it alongside grilled proteins, pile it into tacos, or eat it straight from the bowl — it holds up well and only gets better as it sits.
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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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