California Coleslaw

Bright, crunchy, and bursting with fresh flavors, this California Coleslaw is a vibrant twist on the classic side dish. Featuring a colorful mix of green and red cabbage, crisp carrots, sweet red bell pepper, and zesty green onions, this coleslaw gets its creamy, tangy dressing from a unique blend of mayonnaise, protein-packed Greek yogurt, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Enhanced with the subtle kick of Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar, it’s the perfect balance of creamy and refreshing. Ready in just 20 minutes plus chill time, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with barbecue, tacos, or sandwiches, making it a standout addition to picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Perfect for anyone looking for a healthy, flavor-packed coleslaw recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Green cabbage
• 0.5 medium head Red cabbage
• 3 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 4 stalks Green onions
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the green and red cabbage, then slice both into thin shreds using a knife, mandoline, or food processor. Place the shredded cabbage in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or food processor. Add the grated carrots to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces and slice the green onions thinly. Add them to the bowl with the other vegetables.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables and toss thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

Cover the coleslaw and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve chilled and enjoy as a side dish or topping for sandwiches, tacos, or grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1332.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1325.0

Total Fat 89.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 119.6mg	0%
Sodium 1904.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.7g	0%
Total Sugars 57.5g
Protein 16.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 469.9mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 2640.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.9%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 36.2%