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Red Cabbage Slaw with Tangy Carrot and Ginger Dressing

This colorful and tangy Whole30-friendly red cabbage slaw is a refreshing spin on a traditional cole slaw.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cole slaw, nomnompaleo, red cabbage slaw, Vegetarian, Whole30
Servings: 8

Ingredients

Carrot Ginger Dressing

  • 2 medium carrots peeled and chopped
  • 2 scallions white parts only, chopped
  • 1 large Medjool date pitted and chopped
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar or white balsamic vinegar
  • cup Paleo Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Red Cabbage Slaw

  • 2 pounds red cabbage cored and thinly sliced
  • 2 medium carrots peeled into strips or julienned
  • 2 scallions greens only, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup minced cilantro
  • ½ cup Carrot Ginger Dressing see above
  • 2 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds

Instructions

Carrot Ginger Dressing

  • In a powerful blender or food processor, combine all the ingredients for the carrot ginger dressing and blend until smooth.

Red Cabbage Slaw

  • In a large salad bowl, toss together the cabbage, carrots, scallion greens, and cilantro.
  • Pour in ½ cup of Carrot Ginger Dressing and use tongs to mix well.
  • Taste and add extra dressing if needed. Sprinkle toasted slivered almonds on top and serve.

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Notes

 Leftover red cabbage slaw can be stored in a fridge for up to 4 days. If you need to perk up the flavors of the leftover salad, drizzle on some extra dressing and toasted almonds before serving!

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g