Gelatin Free Turmeric-Ginger Zucchini Herb Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a celebration of fresh produce and bold aromatics — zucchini ribbons tangled with parsley, mint, and cilantro, all brought together by a golden dressing that smells as good as it tastes. The turmeric and fresh ginger give it a warm, earthy depth, while the lemon juice keeps everything bright and lively. Many store-bought slaws and dressings sneak in gelatin-based thickeners or stabilizers, but every single component here is straightforwardly plant-based and whole-ingredient, so there's nothing to second-guess. Salting the zucchini first and pressing out the excess moisture is the kind of small step that makes a big difference — you get tender, silky ribbons that actually hold onto the dressing instead of turning watery on the plate. A handful of raw pumpkin seeds scattered over the top adds a satisfying crunch and a little extra richness if you want it. It comes together with minimal effort and no cooking required, making it an easy win for a weeknight side or a dish to bring to a 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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