Cabbage And Carrot Slaw With Walnut-Za'Atar Pesto

Name: Cabbage And Carrot Slaw With Walnut-Za'Atar Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup walnuts; 1 garlic clove, finely grated; 2 ounces aged Gouda, finely grated; 1 teaspoon za'atar; 1/4 cup olive oil; Kosher salt; 1/4 cup dried currants; 1/2 cup whole-milk plain Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon walnut oil or olive oil; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 1/2 small green cabbage, outer leaves removed, very thinly sliced; 1/2 pound young carrots, shaved lengthwise; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley; Za'atar (for serving)

Servings: persons

3/4 cup walnuts
1 garlic clove, finely grated
2 ounces aged Gouda, finely grated
1 teaspoon za'atar
1/4 cup olive oil
Kosher salt
1/4 cup dried currants
1/2 cup whole-milk plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon walnut oil or olive oil
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1/2 small green cabbage, outer leaves removed, very thinly sliced
1/2 pound young carrots, shaved lengthwise
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley
Za'atar (for serving)

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Toast walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Let cool. Process walnuts, garlic, cheese, and za'atar in a food processor until nuts are coarsely chopped. With motor running, stream in oil; process until coarsely ground. Season with salt.
2
Pesto can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
3
Place currants in a small bowl and cover with very hot water. Let sit until soft and plump, 5-10 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, whisk yogurt, lemon juice, and oil in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Thin with water until dressing is consistency of heavy cream.
5
Drain currants and add to dressing along with cabbage, carrots, and parsley; toss to coat. Season with salt.
6
Swipe walnut pesto on a platter and arrange slaw over; sprinkle with za'atar.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup walnuts, 1 garlic clove, finely grated, 2 ounces aged Gouda, finely grated, 1 teaspoon za'atar, and more.

Yes, Cabbage And Carrot Slaw With Walnut-Za'Atar Pesto falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!