Artificial Flavors Free Whole30 Cilantro Lime Slaw
Crisp, colorful, and loaded with bright flavor, this slaw is the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show at the table. Two kinds of cabbage, julienned carrots, fresh cilantro, and scallion greens come together with a creamy avocado dressing that's built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients — no packets, no mystery additives, nothing artificial in sight. The dressing is the real star: ripe avocado mashed smooth and whisked with fresh lime juice, olive oil, and a touch of cumin creates something rich and tangy without a drop of anything processed. For anyone navigating store-bought dressings and condiments that are riddled with artificial flavors and preservatives, making this from scratch is genuinely liberating. A short rest before serving lets the cabbage soften just enough and allows all those flavors to meld into something that tastes far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. Add the optional jalapeño if you want a little heat, or keep it mild — either way, this slaw is endlessly versatile as a taco topper, burger companion, or standalone salad.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup carrots, julienned or coarsely grated
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 3 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced (optional)
For the dressing
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and flesh scooped out
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, cilantro, scallion greens, and jalapeño (if using) in a large mixing bowl and toss to distribute evenly.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl, mash the avocado flesh with a fork until smooth with no large lumps remaining. Whisk in the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is cohesive and pourable — it should be thick enough to coat a spoon but thin enough to drizzle.
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