Cabbage Papaya Peppers Slaw with Hemp Hearts and Bits of Dates

I just have a few basic kitchen tools, no fancy stand mixer or avocado slicer or Vitamix blender (which I have been eyeing on and off). So, when I suddenly get an electric grater/slicer aka Salad Shooter, I get too excited. After the initial skepticism wears off, that is. (The Am sure it just can't do what I want it to do feeling)

This cabbage slaw was the guinea pig of sorts for this Salad Shooter. I prefer slicing cabbage thinly with my trusty knife, but, I decided to shred it at the push of a button. And it came out all right. So, I sliced some peppers, shredded some broccoli stems, and julienned some barely-ripe firm papaya (in my finicky Mandoline slicer) to make a quick slaw/salad.

Squeeze the cabbage to press all the excess water out, so the slaw is not too soggy, before adding the dressing.

Topped with hemp hearts and sunflower seeds, and sprinkled with bits of dates, this Cabbage Papaya Peppers Slaw was a perfect quick meal.

Dressing and Vinaigrette are always fun. This time, it is a simple mix of the following. Simply stir well and adjust to taste.

Slaw Dressing:
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp rice vinegar
2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Sriracha hot sauce
1 tsp Bragg Liquid Aminos
2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
6 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp apricot preserves/jam

Kohlrabi Daikon Slaw with Bits of Dates and Sunflower Seeds

I think the title sums up this dish well, nothing more to write...

Julienne some kohlrabi, Daikon radish, carrots, and thinly slice some red onions. Toss together with a quick homemade dressing and serve fresh.

Of late, I am addicted to the chopped dates rolled in oat flour - my mum-in-law gave me a giant 4 pound container of it. I've been making Date-tamarind chutney for Bhel puri with it, adding it to oatmeal and salads... it's been fun to try and use these sweet treats in different dishes.

Thanks to heavy rainfall, my Kale is still doing fine in the home garden; the onions have sprung up with these lovely shoots, reminding me of Spring when it is just mid-Autumn. Some Lemon drop chilies are still hanging on to the plant as well.

Ingredients
2.5 to 3 cups of julienned veggies - Daikon, Kohlrabi, Carrots, Onions
(Optional: Thinly slice one lemon drop chili and add it as garnish if the eater is up for it)
¼ to ⅓ cup chopped dates (rolled in oat flour)
¼ cup roasted seasoned sunflower seeds

Dressing:
2 Tbsp thick plain Greek yogurt
1 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tsp Braggs Liquid Aminos
1 tsp Franks Red Hot Sauce
1 tsp Dijon mustard

Garnish:
Baby kale leaves
thinly sliced lemon drop chilies
chopped spring onions

Whisk or blend the dressing ingredients, toss in with the slaw and serve garnished.