Crispy Summer Slaw

Fresh, crunchy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Crispy Summer Slaw is the ultimate warm-weather side dish. Packed with a colorful medley of finely shredded green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and crisp red bell peppers, this slaw is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Tossed in a tangy, creamy dressing made with apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and mayonnaise, it achieves just the right balance of zesty and sweet. A touch of fresh cilantro and green onions adds a bright herbal finish that elevates every bite. Perfectly suited for backyard barbecues, picnics, or as a refreshing topping for tacos and burgers, this easy-to-make slaw requires minimal prep time and no cooking, making it an effortless crowd-pleaser. Chill it in the fridge to let the flavors meld, and serve it cold for maximum crunch and enjoyment.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 small head (about 6 cups shredded) green cabbage
• 0.5 small head (about 3 cups shredded) red cabbage
• 2 large (about 1.5 cups shredded) carrots
• 1 medium (thinly sliced) red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
• 3 (thinly sliced) green onions
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables: Remove any wilted outer leaves from the green and red cabbages, and slice them finely with a sharp knife or mandoline. Transfer the shredded green and red cabbages into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and shred them using a box grater or food processor. Add the shredded carrots to the bowl.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red bell pepper into matchstick-sized strips, chop the cilantro, and slice the green onions. Add these to the cabbage and carrot mixture.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, make the dressing: whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 6

Taste the slaw and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar for additional tanginess.

Step 7

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the slaw for at least 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, let it chill for 1 hour.

Step 8

Serve the Crispy Summer Slaw cold as a side dish or as a topping for sandwiches, tacos, or burgers. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1092.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	828.6

Total Fat 46.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 58.8mg	0%
Sodium 1773.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.7g	0%
Total Sugars 53.7g
Protein 11.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 353.7mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 2396.6mg	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: 47.7%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 47.1%