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    Hummusapien Β» Recipes Β» Side Dishes Β» Summer Slaw With Honey Tahini Dressing & Fresh Herbs

    ★★★★★ from 2 reviews

    Summer Slaw With Honey Tahini Dressing & Fresh Herbs

    Published Aug 29, 2013 Β· Modified Jan 28, 2022 Β· by Alexis Joseph Β· 37 Comments

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    Did you know that more than a third of all cancers could be prevented by healthy lifestyle choices?

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    That means we have the power to save one in three lives.

    As of last year, an estimated 13.7 million Americans were living with a history of cancer. Each Thursday, I walk with those cancer survivors through JamesCare for Life's Garden of Hope, a community garden available free of charge to cancer survivors and their primary caregivers. Featuring an herb garden and a wide variety of produce, the garden provides access to harvests three times per week during the growing season.

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    Have you ever seen broccoli grow? Me either.

    JamesCare for Life, an extension of Ohio State University’s Comprehensive Cancer Center, provides a variety of resources and services to assist cancer patients and their families with navigating their cancer journey. Among the JCFL offerings, nutrition programs educate survivors about the critical role of food and nutrition for cancer prevention and survivorship.

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    My graduate thesis revolves around this amazing garden. The purpose of the study is to determine if an urban gardening initiative improves perceptions of health and wellness in cancer survivors. The American Institute of Cancer Research's evidence-based guidelines for cancer prevention include adopting a plant-based diet, limiting processed meat, engaging in regular physical activity and maintaining a lean body weight in addition to other key recommendations. The impact of receiving and utilizing the produce harvested during one growing season at the garden will be evaluated to inform future interventions aimed at improving overall adherence to the AICR’s evidence-based guidelines for cancer prevention.

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    I cannot begin to describe how rewarding it is to see these survivors harvest each week. Many have completely transformed their diet. I only wish that more high risk patients could have such an experience. A growing body of evidence shows that urban gardening not only increases produce consumption, but it also improves mental health, socialization, physical functioning and a sense of health-related well-being. Gardening is a fantastic way to encourage adherence to cancer survivorship lifestyle behavior guidelines. Who wouldn't want to eat more beautiful, phytonutrient-packed plants when they're sitting right in front of you, free of charge?

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    This season featured romaine, kale, leaf lettuce, onions, beets, broccoli, zucchini, squash, peppers, tomatoes, okra, basil, mint, parsley, chives and sage. Sadly, yesterday was the last day of the harvest. I already cannot wait for next year's garden. I know it will continue to grow bigger and better each year.

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    I will truly miss explaining how to prepare kale and kohlrabi.

    I will truly miss spending ten minutes trying to get a head of cabbage out of the ground.

    I will truly miss being inspired by these brave cancer survivors to grow hope.

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    I thought I'd share a delicious recipe with you today featuring lots of fresh produce from the garden. Each week I would take home fresh mint and basil, tossing them into everything in sight for a bright flavor boost. This slaw is bursting with crunch, flavor and best of all, fresh herbs. Feel free to customize it based on what you have on hand.

    Together, we can cultivate a cure.

    Summer Slaw With Honey Tahini Dressing & Fresh Herbs

    --adapted from this slaw

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    Growing Hope + Summer Slaw With Honey Tahini Dressing & Fresh Herbs

    ★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
    • Author: Alexis
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Total Time: 10 mins
    • Yield: 4 1x
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    Ingredients

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    • 4 cups shredded cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
    • ½ cucumber, grated
    • ½ small onion, grated
    • 1 apple, grated
    • ⅓ cup dried cranberries
    • ¼ cup sunflower seeds
    • large handful of parsley, chopped
    • small handful of mint, chopped
    • For the dressing:
    • 2 tbsp tahini
    • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
    • 1 tbsp honey
    • juice of a lemon
    • ¼ tsp salt

    Instructions

    1. Add cabbage, cucumber, onion, apple, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds and herbs to a large bowl. Stir to combine.
    2. Whisk together dressing and pour over salad, stirring to combine. Season to salt with salt, pepper, and more herbs if desired.

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    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Jamie Fritz says

      April 23, 2020 at 5:33 pm

      LOVE YOUR RECIPES AND WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH MY DAUGHTER IN LAW. SHE'S REALLY INTO CLEAN EATING. I TOLD HER ABOUT YOUR WEBSITE AND SHE DEFINITELY WANTS TO RECEIVE YOUR POSTS. THANK, Lou Fritz (TOLOULAH@YAHOO.COM)

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    2. Kathy @ Food Wine Thyme says

      September 02, 2013 at 9:25 pm

      What a great post Alexis. And the slaw looks amazing too.

      ★★★★★

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      • Alexis says

        September 03, 2013 at 8:21 am

        Thanks, Kathy!

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    3. Kathy @ Food Wine Thyme says

      September 02, 2013 at 9:25 pm

      What a great post Alexis. And the slaw looks amazing too.

      ★★★★★

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      • Alexis says

        September 03, 2013 at 8:21 am

        Thanks, Kathy!

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    4. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

      August 30, 2013 at 2:41 pm

      I love this Alexis. Working in the medical field, I see so many cancers and diseases that can be prevented by healthy lifestyle choices. I love that you are working to promote such a wonderful cause. It's so inspiring and I'm sure it feels great to do something you're so passionate about.

      This recipe is pretty awesome too. Thanks for sharing!

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      • Alexis says

        September 01, 2013 at 3:32 pm

        Thanks so much, Sarah! It truly inspires me every day, and I feel so lucky to have found a topic that I adore.

        Reply
    5. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

      August 30, 2013 at 2:41 pm

      I love this Alexis. Working in the medical field, I see so many cancers and diseases that can be prevented by healthy lifestyle choices. I love that you are working to promote such a wonderful cause. It's so inspiring and I'm sure it feels great to do something you're so passionate about.

      This recipe is pretty awesome too. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        September 01, 2013 at 3:32 pm

        Thanks so much, Sarah! It truly inspires me every day, and I feel so lucky to have found a topic that I adore.

        Reply
    6. Jess @ JessieBear What Will You Wear? says

      August 30, 2013 at 1:02 pm

      I usually hate slaw from restaurants, but I have a feeling I'd like this!!

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      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 1:04 pm

        This one doesn't have all that icky mayo, so I'm sure you'd love it! SO fresh and summery.

        Reply
    7. Jess @ JessieBear What Will You Wear? says

      August 30, 2013 at 1:02 pm

      I usually hate slaw from restaurants, but I have a feeling I'd like this!!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 1:04 pm

        This one doesn't have all that icky mayo, so I'm sure you'd love it! SO fresh and summery.

        Reply
    8. Angela @ Health's Angel says

      August 30, 2013 at 11:02 am

      This is wonderful! Sounds like a really great topic for a thesis. I'm not quite ready to see summer go yet.

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      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:31 pm

        Me either! I could do without the 90 degree weather, though! I'm ready to start cooking with pumpkin.

        Reply
    9. Angela @ Health's Angel says

      August 30, 2013 at 11:02 am

      This is wonderful! Sounds like a really great topic for a thesis. I'm not quite ready to see summer go yet.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:31 pm

        Me either! I could do without the 90 degree weather, though! I'm ready to start cooking with pumpkin.

        Reply
    10. Amy @ The Little Honey Bee says

      August 30, 2013 at 7:19 am

      What an incredible initiative! I can't wait to read more about your thesis. Beautiful post.

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      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:31 pm

        Thanks so much, Amy. I feel really fortunate to be spending a year doing something I'm so passionate about πŸ™‚

        Reply
    11. Amy @ The Little Honey Bee says

      August 30, 2013 at 7:19 am

      What an incredible initiative! I can't wait to read more about your thesis. Beautiful post.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:31 pm

        Thanks so much, Amy. I feel really fortunate to be spending a year doing something I'm so passionate about πŸ™‚

        Reply
    12. Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says

      August 30, 2013 at 5:07 am

      YUM! I have been searching for a good recipe to utilize some extra cabbage I have on hand and this looks like a great option! Thanks for sharing πŸ™‚

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      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:31 pm

        This is PERFECT for extra cabbage! Enjoy.

        Reply
    13. Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says

      August 30, 2013 at 5:07 am

      YUM! I have been searching for a good recipe to utilize some extra cabbage I have on hand and this looks like a great option! Thanks for sharing πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:31 pm

        This is PERFECT for extra cabbage! Enjoy.

        Reply
    14. Shashi @ https://runninsrilankan.com says

      August 30, 2013 at 4:45 am

      Wow - thank you for posting about this amazing community garden! I wonder how many there are around the US?
      Now to the slaw - this is my kind of slaw! Like Khushboo, am not into mayo slaws much either - so this version is just right!

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      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:32 pm

        You're welcome! This is the only garden we know of for cancer survivors, so it's truly novel! I'm not into the mayo ones either, so this really fit the bill flavor and health wise.

        Reply
    15. Shashi @ https://runninsrilankan.com says

      August 30, 2013 at 4:45 am

      Wow - thank you for posting about this amazing community garden! I wonder how many there are around the US?
      Now to the slaw - this is my kind of slaw! Like Khushboo, am not into mayo slaws much either - so this version is just right!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:32 pm

        You're welcome! This is the only garden we know of for cancer survivors, so it's truly novel! I'm not into the mayo ones either, so this really fit the bill flavor and health wise.

        Reply
    16. Khushboo Thadani says

      August 30, 2013 at 1:16 am

      With summer on its way out, I feel like this recipe will let it linger just a tad longer...this recipe sounds so fresh & refreshing with all the different herbs! Aside from that, this is definitely my kind of slaw given my aversion towards mayo ;)!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:33 pm

        Yes....please linger, summer! Though I must say, I'm more than ready to start cooking with pumpkin πŸ™‚ Mayo = ew.

        Reply
    17. Khushboo Thadani says

      August 30, 2013 at 1:16 am

      With summer on its way out, I feel like this recipe will let it linger just a tad longer...this recipe sounds so fresh & refreshing with all the different herbs! Aside from that, this is definitely my kind of slaw given my aversion towards mayo ;)!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:33 pm

        Yes....please linger, summer! Though I must say, I'm more than ready to start cooking with pumpkin πŸ™‚ Mayo = ew.

        Reply
    18. Christina @ The Beautiful Balance says

      August 30, 2013 at 1:14 am

      Such an amazing cause and everything that I believe in. Well, clearly we have the same beliefs if we are both soon-to-be dietitians. Are you volunteering there?

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      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:33 pm

        Fab! My thesis is on the garden, so it's not exactly volunteering πŸ™‚

        Reply
    19. Christina @ The Beautiful Balance says

      August 30, 2013 at 1:14 am

      Such an amazing cause and everything that I believe in. Well, clearly we have the same beliefs if we are both soon-to-be dietitians. Are you volunteering there?

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 30, 2013 at 12:33 pm

        Fab! My thesis is on the garden, so it's not exactly volunteering πŸ™‚

        Reply

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