Nightshade Free Warm Cabbage & Apple Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing
Warm, lightly wilted cabbage tossed with sweet apple slices and a bright ginger-lime dressing is the kind of dish that makes you rethink what a salad can be. The whole thing comes together in a single skillet, with coconut oil carrying the heat and red onion adding a gentle savory backbone before the cabbage goes in to soften just enough. Coconut aminos stand in beautifully for soy sauce here, delivering that deep, slightly sweet umami hit without any of the ingredients that can sneak nightshades into an otherwise clean dish. Fresh ginger and turmeric bring warmth and a subtle earthiness that makes the dressing feel complex despite how quickly it comes together. The apple slices go in at the end so they stay tender-crisp, giving every bite a juicy contrast against the silky cabbage. A squeeze of lime and a handful of cilantro over the top before serving keeps everything tasting fresh and vibrant. It works beautifully as a light lunch on its own or as a bold side alongside grilled protein.
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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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