Pregnancy Friendly Smoky Paprika Fennel & Citrus Slaw
Crunchy, vibrant, and packed with fresh produce, this slaw is the kind of dish that feels as good as it tastes — which matters a lot when you're eating with both yourself and a growing baby in mind. Fennel, red cabbage, carrots, and juicy orange segments come together in a bowl that's genuinely beautiful, with colors that practically glow. The dressing leans on extra virgin olive oil, fresh citrus juice, smoked paprika, and a touch of honey — wholesome ingredients with no hidden additives or anything to second-guess. Smoked paprika gives the whole thing a gentle warmth without any heat, so it's flavorful and satisfying without being overwhelming. The optional pumpkin seeds on top add a pleasant crunch and a little extra nutrition in the most effortless way. A short rest before serving lets the vegetables soften just enough to make every forkful tender and cohesive. It works beautifully as a side alongside grilled protein or grain bowls, and it's the kind of recipe you'll find yourself coming back to all the way through the third trimester.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 1 medium fennel bulb, cored and very thinly sliced, fronds reserved
- 2 cups red cabbage, very thinly shredded
- 2 medium navel oranges, peeled and segmented
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned or coarsely grated
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh orange juice (from the segmented oranges)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh fennel fronds, roughly chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Segment the oranges over a small bowl to catch the juice: slice off the top and bottom of each orange, stand it upright, and cut away the peel and pith following the curve of the fruit. Slice between the membranes to release each segment. Squeeze the spent membranes over the bowl to collect the juice; measure out 3 tbsp for the dressing.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, 3 tbsp orange juice, lemon juice, smoked paprika, cumin, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and uniform in color.
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