Ginger Free Whole30 Cilantro Lime Slaw
Bright, crunchy, and loaded with fresh flavor, this cilantro lime slaw is the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show at the table. Two kinds of cabbage and julienned carrots give it serious texture, while the creamy avocado dressing ties everything together with a richness that feels indulgent without relying on any dairy or processed ingredients. A squeeze of fresh lime juice and a pinch of cumin are doing a lot of heavy lifting here — the result is tangy, earthy, and just a little bold. Many store-bought slaws and dressings sneak in ginger as a background note, so making this one from scratch means you stay in full control of every ingredient. The optional jalapeño adds a gentle kick if you want it, and the scallion greens keep things fresh without any sharpness. After a quick ten-minute rest, the cabbage softens just enough to soak up the dressing and the whole thing comes together beautifully. It's a natural alongside grilled proteins, tucked into lettuce wraps, or honestly good enough to eat straight from the bowl.
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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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