Cashew Free Turmeric-Ginger Beet & Cabbage Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and bold, earthy flavor — crimson beet, purple cabbage, and bright carrot all tangled together and coated in a golden-orange dressing that smells absolutely incredible. The turmeric and fresh ginger give it a warm, slightly spicy backbone, while apple cider vinegar and lemon juice keep everything lively and bright. It's the kind of side dish that looks like it took serious effort but comes together with nothing more than a grater, a whisk, and about fifteen minutes of your time. Many store-bought slaws and dressings sneak in nut-based ingredients or are processed on shared equipment, so making this entirely from scratch means you know exactly what's in the bowl. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to source — olive oil, honey, fresh produce, and pantry spices do all the heavy lifting. A short rest after tossing lets the cabbage soften just enough to soak up all that golden dressing without losing its satisfying crunch. Finish it with a handful of pumpkin seeds for a little extra texture and you've got a showstopper salad that works alongside grilled proteins, tucked into wraps, or honestly just eaten straight from the bowl.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 3 cups red cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 medium beet (about 6 oz), peeled and grated
- 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
- 3 green onions (scallions), thinly sliced (green tops only)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, grated beet, grated carrot, sliced scallion greens, and cilantro. Toss to distribute evenly.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, turmeric, grated ginger, black pepper, and salt until the dressing is smooth and uniformly golden-orange.
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