Cinnamon Free Warm Cabbage & Apple Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing
Warm, wilted cabbage and tender apple slices might sound like an unlikely pairing, but one bite of this skillet salad will completely change your mind. The ginger-lime dressing — built from coconut aminos, fresh lime juice, grated ginger, turmeric, and a touch of honey — brings a bright, punchy depth that makes every forkful feel alive. Cooking the cabbage until it's just tender with a slight bite keeps the texture interesting, while the apple slices go in at the last minute so they warm through without turning mushy. Warm apple dishes can be a minefield when you're avoiding cinnamon, since that spice tends to sneak into everything from dressings to spice blends, but this recipe leans entirely on ginger and turmeric for its warmth instead. The result is a dish that feels cozy and complex without a trace of that familiar spice. A scatter of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime at the table ties everything together beautifully. It works as a vibrant side or a light main, and it comes together in one skillet with minimal fuss.
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4 servings
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp fresh turmeric, finely grated (or ½ tsp ground turmeric)
- 1 tsp honey
For the salad
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small head green cabbage (about 1 ½ lb), cored and thinly shredded
- 2 medium apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, lime juice, grated ginger, turmeric, and honey until the honey is fully dissolved. Set aside.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering and the oil coats the pan.
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