Healthy Coleslaw
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Healthy Coleslaw
Description
Healthy Coleslaw combines shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrot with a dressing blending Greek yogurt, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. The yogurt base provides a creamy texture while keeping the dish lighter than mayonnaise alternatives. The apple cider vinegar and maple syrup balance acidity and sweetness, complementing the fresh crunch of the cabbages and carrots. Garlic adds a subtle savory note that enhances the overall flavor.
Serve this coleslaw immediately to maintain its crisp freshness, making it a good accompaniment to barbecued meats, sandwiches, or as a standalone salad. The salad can also be refrigerated briefly to meld the flavors, though prolonged storing may soften the vegetables.
Dressings and shredded vegetables can be prepared ahead to save time. The recipe allows for substitutions such as plain yogurt for Greek yogurt, lemon juice for apple cider vinegar, and honey for maple syrup, accommodating availability and taste preferences.
Ingredients
For the slaw
- 6 cups green cabbage shredded
- 2 cups red cabbage shredded
- 1 cup carrot shredded
For the dressing
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced, clove
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the ingredients of the dressing together.
- Place shredded green cabbage and shredded purple cabbage and carrots in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the coleslaw and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
Notes
- Store coleslaw in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days; avoid freezing to maintain texture.
- Prepare the dressing and shred the vegetables up to 7 days in advance to save preparation time.
- Substitute plain yogurt with at least 3.5% fat if Greek yogurt is unavailable, but avoid no-fat options for best texture.
- Lemon juice or other light vinegars can replace apple cider vinegar in the dressing.
- Honey or sugar can be used instead of maple syrup, or omitted, depending on preference.
- Garlic powder can replace fresh garlic, but fresh is recommended for best flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 136 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 136kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 236mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 290mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 3965IU | 79% |
| Vitamin C | 44mg | 49% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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