Bookmark this GUT HEALTH SLAW

Why it’s good for your gut

• Prebiotics: Cabbage, carrots, apple, scallions fuel beneficial bacteria.
• Probiotics: Yogurt (or kefir) in the dressing introduces live cultures.
• Healthy fats: Extra-virgin olive oil helps absorb fat-soluble nutrients.
• Acid balance: Apple cider vinegar + lemon juice brighten flavor and may aid digestion.

Ingredients (6–8 servings)

Slaw

• 4 cups finely shredded green cabbage
• 2 cups finely shredded red cabbage
• 2 medium carrots, grated
• 1 small apple, matchsticks (optional but great for prebiotic pectin)
• 3 scallions, thinly sliced (green parts for gentler flavor)
• ½ cup fresh herbs, chopped (dill + parsley or cilantro)
• 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds (zinc, crunch)

Probiotic Dressing

• ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (or plain kefir for thinner, extra tang)
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (just to balance)
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp celery seed (classic slaw vibe; optional)
• ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Optional: 1 small garlic clove, micro-grated (skip for low-FODMAP)

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