Shaved Cabbage & Apple Tacos: Crisp, Sweet, Insanely Addictive
Imagine the brightest, crunchiest taco filling you’ve ever had: paper-thin cabbage ribbons that stay crisp forever, juicy apple matchsticks that bring a pop of sweetness, all tossed in a creamy lime dressing with smoky grilled chicken (or crispy chickpeas for veggie nights). These aren’t heavy tacos; they’re light, fresh, and so ridiculously good you’ll make them twice a week.
The secret is razor-thin, perfectly uniform shreds that soak up flavor without going soggy. A quick spin with the Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater turns cabbage and apple into delicate ribbons faster than you can say “taco Tuesday.”
🥗Ingredients (Serves 4)
½ small head green or purple cabbage
2 crisp apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
2 cups cooked shredded chicken OR roasted chickpeas
8–10 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
⅓ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
Juice of 1 large lime
1 tsp honey
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & pepper
Optional toppings: cotija cheese crumbles, cilantro, hot sauce, avocado slices
🥬Step-by-Step: Fresh Tacos in Minutes
1. Shred the Magic
Lock your crank cheese grater on the counter.
Use the coarse shred blade for cabbage → light, feathery ribbons.
Switch to fine shred blade for apples → delicate matchsticks that won’t brown.
Empty everything into a big bowl.
2. Make the Creamy Lime Dressing
Whisk mayo (or yogurt), lime juice, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Taste; it should be bright and tangy.
3. Toss & Wake Up the Flavors
Add shredded chicken or chickpeas to the bowl. Pour in dressing and toss gently. The uniform shreds mean every piece gets perfectly coated.
4. Build Your Tacos
Fill warm tortillas with the slaw mixture. Top with cotija (or any cheese you love), cilantro, and an extra lime squeeze. Done.
🍏Tips & Twists
Veggie Boost – Add Geedel-shredded carrots for extra color.
Spicy Kick – Drizzle sriracha or sprinkle chili flakes.
Make-Ahead – Shred cabbage & apple with Geedel up to 1 day ahead; dress just before serving.
Protein Swap – Grilled shrimp or carnitas work beautifully.
🌮Conclusion: Your New Taco Night Hero
These Shaved Cabbage & Apple Tacos are proof that simple ingredients + the perfect, feather-light shreds from the mandoline slicer for kitchen = pure dinner magic. Light enough for summer, satisfying enough for winter, and pretty enough to impress everyone at the table.
