Best Healthy Coleslaw Ever (no mayo!)

Name: Best Healthy Coleslaw Ever (no mayo!)
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: For the slaw:; 1/2 medium head of purple cabbage, shredded (about 3 cups shredded cabbage); 1/2 medium head of green cabbage, shredded (about 3 cups shredded cabbage); 2 heaping cups shredded carrots; 1 cup finely chopped cilantro; 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced; 1/2 cup green onion (green part only); 1/2 cup Pepitas; 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds; For the dressing:; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1-2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, depending how sweet you like your slaw; 1 clove garlic, finely minced; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional; ½ teaspoon salt; freshly cracked black pepper

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Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
8 servings
Calories
140 kcal
Course
Side Dish, Appetizer, Others
Cuisine
American, Vegan

Best Healthy Coleslaw Ever (no mayo!)

Stella Guerrero

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The BEST healthy coleslaw made with fresh purple cabbage, carrots, cilantro, and a kick of heat from jalapeño. There's no mayo or sugar, just a naturally sweet and slightly tangy dressing with a hint of pure maple syrup. This simple, healthy coleslaw recipe is vegan, paleo & dairy free and perfect serving with your favorite grilling recipes all summer!

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Ingredients

Servings

For the slaw:
1/2 medium head of purple cabbage, shredded (about 3 cups shredded cabbage)
1/2 medium head of green cabbage, shredded (about 3 cups shredded cabbage)
2 heaping cups shredded carrots
1 cup finely chopped cilantro
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
1/2 cup green onion (green part only)
1/2 cup Pepitas
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
For the dressing:
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1-2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, depending how sweet you like your slaw
1 clove garlic, finely minced
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
½ teaspoon salt
freshly cracked black pepper

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Instructions

Add all the ingredients for the slaw except for the almonds and pepitas to a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing. Pour all over the slaw and toss well to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. Cover and place in fridge for at least an hour to allow flavors to marinate together.
Before serving, sprinkle with toasted sliced almonds and pepitas; toss again and serve.

Notes

How to store coleslaw: store this coleslaw covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. This is an amazing make-ahead recipe for picnics and BBQ's because the flavors deepen as the coleslaw marinates!