Light Coleslaw

Fresh, crisp, and irresistibly tangy, this Light Coleslaw is the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. Featuring a vibrant mix of shredded green and red cabbage, grated carrots, and a hint of fresh parsley, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch in every bite. The light and creamy dressing is made with low-fat mayonnaise, a splash of apple cider vinegar, a touch of honey, and a hit of Dijon mustard, creating a guilt-free yet indulgent accompaniment to your meals. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this easy coleslaw is ideal for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or as a refreshing side to grilled meats. Bonus: it’s even better after a quick chill in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it up and enjoy a healthier take on a classic favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
• 2 cups (shredded) Red cabbage
• 1 cup (grated) Carrot
• 0.5 cup (thinly sliced) Red onion
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup (light or low-fat) Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot, red onion, and parsley.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables in the large bowl.

Step 4

Toss the ingredients together until the cabbage and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt and pepper as desired.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Toss the coleslaw again just before serving and enjoy its fresh, light taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(749.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	725.2

Total Fat 47.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 58.8mg	0%
Sodium 1831.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 38.3g
Protein 7.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 253.0mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1375.5mg	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: 56.2%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 39.8%