Heart-Healthy Crunchy Vegetable Slaw

Brighten up your plate with this Heart-Healthy Crunchy Vegetable Slaw, a vibrant medley of fresh red and green cabbages, crisp carrots, sweet bell peppers, and peppery radishes tossed in a tangy apple cider vinaigrette. Packed with fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats, this easy-to-prepare slaw comes together in just 20 minutes and requires no cooking—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. A splash of honey and Dijon mustard balances the zesty dressing, while fresh cilantro adds a lively twist. Whether served as a side dish for grilled fish or as a topping for tacos, this wholesome, nutrient-dense slaw is a colorful and delicious way to eat the rainbow.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups red cabbage
• 1.5 cups green cabbage
• 1 cup carrots
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup yellow bell pepper
• 0.5 cup radishes
• 3 units scallions
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Thinly slice the red and green cabbages and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrots, then add to the bowl with the cabbages.

Step 3

Dice the red and yellow bell peppers into small bite-sized pieces and add them to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the radishes and scallions, and add them along with the chopped fresh cilantro to the mix.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine apple cider vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined to create the vinaigrette.

Step 6

Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl.

Step 7

Toss the vegetables and dressing thoroughly until everything is well coated.

Step 8

Let the slaw sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(650.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	348.7

Total Fat 15.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2179.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 6.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 201.9mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 1456.5mg	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: 38.2%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 54.7%