Cinnamon Free Turmeric-Ginger Zucchini Herb Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a celebration of fresh, bold flavors — tender zucchini ribbons tossed with parsley, mint, and cilantro, all brought together by a golden turmeric-ginger dressing that's bright, earthy, and just a little sweet from raw honey. The technique of salting the zucchini first draws out excess moisture, so you get a slaw that stays crisp and light rather than watery and limp. Many spice blends and store-bought dressings sneak cinnamon in where you'd least expect it, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. Ground turmeric and fresh ginger do all the heavy lifting in the flavor department, delivering warmth and depth without any of the usual suspects. A squeeze of lemon keeps everything lively, and a handful of pumpkin seeds scattered on top adds a satisfying crunch to finish. It comes together quickly and looks stunning on the table, making it an easy win for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing side at any gathering.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 3 medium zucchini (about 1 ½ lb total)
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Using a vegetable peeler or julienne peeler, shave or julienne the zucchini lengthwise into thin ribbons or matchsticks, stopping when you reach the seedy core. Place the zucchini in a large mixing bowl, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt, toss to coat, and let stand for 10 minutes until slightly softened and a small amount of liquid has released.
- 2
While the zucchini rests, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, grated ginger, turmeric, black pepper, honey, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl until the dressing is uniform in color and emulsified.
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