Helen's Hungarian Coleslaw

Discover the vibrant flavors of Eastern Europe with Helen's Hungarian Coleslaw—a refreshing twist on a classic side dish. This no-mayo coleslaw combines finely shredded green cabbage, grated carrots, crisp red bell pepper, and a hint of onion, all tossed in a zesty paprika-spiked vinegar dressing. With minimal prep time and no cooking required, this coleslaw is perfect for busy weeknights or as a make-ahead dish for picnics and gatherings. The key to its irresistible tang and crunch lies in letting it marinate in the fridge, where the flavors meld beautifully overnight. Serve it chilled alongside hearty Hungarian favorites or your favorite grilled dishes for a colorful, crowd-pleasing accompaniment.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Green cabbage
• 2 large Carrot
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 small Onion
• 0.5 cup White vinegar
• 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, then cut it in half and remove the core. Shred the cabbage finely using a sharp knife, mandoline, or food processor.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor. Set aside.

Step 3

Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips, and finely chop the onion.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrots, sliced red bell pepper, and chopped onion.

Step 5

In a separate bowl or measuring jug, whisk together the white vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, black pepper, paprika, and water to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl and toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly.

Step 8

Before serving, toss the coleslaw once more and taste for seasoning adjustments, adding more salt or vinegar if needed.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a side dish with your favorite Hungarian or comfort food meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1041.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	503.6

Total Fat 1.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7240.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 117.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 91.6g
Protein 8.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 237.0mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 1507.3mg	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: 2.6%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 90.7%