Lupin Free Turmeric-Ginger Carrot Slaw

Total time25 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

4.8

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This vibrant slaw is a riot of color and flavor — golden from turmeric, bright with fresh ginger, and loaded with crisp cabbage and sweet grated carrot. The dressing comes together in minutes with pantry staples like apple cider vinegar, honey, and olive oil, and that short 10-minute rest is all it takes for the vegetables to soften just enough and really soak everything in. Lupin flour and lupin-based additives have a sneaky way of showing up in packaged dressings and pre-made slaws, so making this one entirely from scratch means you know exactly what's in the bowl. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of that legume, with no substitutions or workarounds needed. The optional pumpkin seeds on top add a satisfying crunch and a little extra richness without complicating anything. It works beautifully as a side for grilled proteins, tucked into tacos, or eaten straight from the bowl — honestly, it's hard to stop at one forkful.

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Ingredients

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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