Cinnamon Free Turmeric-Ginger Carrot Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and texture — shredded cabbage, sweet grated carrot, fresh cilantro, and scallion greens all tossed in a golden dressing that's punchy and bright. The dressing gets its warmth from ground turmeric and freshly grated ginger rather than any spice blends, which means every ingredient is fully visible and easy to verify. That matters a lot when you're navigating spice sensitivities, since so many pre-made dressings and seasoning mixes sneak in unexpected additions. Here, you're whisking everything together yourself — olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and those two bold aromatics — so there's no guesswork involved. A short rest after tossing lets the cabbage soften just enough to soak up all that tangy, earthy dressing without going limp. Finish it with a handful of raw pumpkin seeds for a satisfying crunch, and you've got a side dish that feels fresh and a little unexpected on any table.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage (about ¼ small head)
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and grated
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrots, scallion greens, and cilantro. Toss to distribute evenly.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, turmeric, grated ginger, black pepper, and salt until the dressing is smooth and uniform in color.
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