Walnut Free Turmeric-Ginger Carrot Slaw

Total time25 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

4.8

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Bright, crunchy, and loaded with bold flavor, this carrot and cabbage slaw is the kind of side dish that steals the show at any table. The dressing is where the magic happens — a golden blend of turmeric, fresh ginger, apple cider vinegar, and honey that coats every shred of vegetable in something warm, tangy, and just a little sweet. Scallion greens and fresh cilantro keep things lively, while a short rest time lets the cabbage soften just enough to pull the whole thing together. Many slaws rely on nuts for crunch and texture, but this one skips them entirely without sacrificing anything — optional pepitas offer a satisfying bite if you want it, and the slaw stands beautifully on its own without them. It comes together in one large bowl with a quick whisk and a toss, making it an easy win for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or meal prep. The turmeric gives it a gorgeous golden hue that looks as good as it tastes, and the ginger adds a gentle heat that keeps you coming back for another 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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