Citrus Coleslaw

Brighten up your table with this refreshing Citrus Coleslaw, a zesty twist on a classic side dish. Featuring a vibrant medley of crisp green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and a tangy citrus dressing made with fresh orange and lime juice, this coleslaw is as flavorful as it is colorful. The addition of orange and lime zest, a touch of honey, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro elevates the dish with layers of sweet, tart, and herbaceous notes. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light accompaniment to grilled meats and seafood, this quick 15-minute recipe is big on flavor and even better when made ahead to let the bold flavors meld. With its fresh, healthy ingredients and no-cook simplicity, this Citrus Coleslaw is a versatile crowd-pleaser you’ll keep coming back to.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Green cabbage
• 2 cups Red cabbage
• 1 cup Carrots
• 0.25 cup Fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Fresh orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoon Fresh lime zest

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the green cabbage and red cabbage, and grate the carrots. Combine them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Step 3

Pour the citrus dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture, and toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients.

Step 4

Add the fresh cilantro, orange zest, and lime zest, and toss again to evenly distribute.

Step 5

Let the coleslaw sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.

Step 6

Serve immediately for a crisp texture, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours for a more marinated coleslaw.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(757.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	539.3

Total Fat 29.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1371.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 42.1g
Protein 8.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 297.9mg	0%
Iron 5.1mg	0%
Potassium 1710.4mg	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: 46.2%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 47.8%