Paleo Crunchy Veggie Slaw

Bright, refreshing, and packed with texture, this Paleo Crunchy Veggie Slaw is a vibrant, nutrient-rich side dish that’s as delicious as it is wholesome. Featuring a colorful medley of crisp green and purple cabbage, sweet shredded carrots, and crunchy almonds, this slaw is elevated by the bold flavors of fresh cilantro, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey. Tossed in a light olive oil and Dijon mustard dressing, it’s the perfect balance of zesty and slightly sweet. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this Paleo-friendly recipe is ideal as a light side dish or a crunchy topping for your favorite grilled proteins. Healthy, gluten-free, and easy to make, it’s a must-try for fans of clean eating and bold, natural flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups green cabbage
• 1 cup purple cabbage
• 1 large carrot
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 3 stalks green onions
• 1 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 cup almonds, sliced
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice 3 cups of green cabbage and 1 cup of purple cabbage, and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and shred 1 large carrot, then add it to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Core and thinly slice 1 medium red bell pepper into strips, and add it to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Finely chop 3 stalks of green onions and 1 cup of fresh cilantro, then add them to the bowl with the other vegetables.

Step 5

Add 1 cup of sliced almonds to the vegetable mixture, and toss to combine evenly.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard.

Step 7

Season the dressing with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, and whisk until well combined.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture, and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Let the slaw sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then toss again before serving.

Step 10

Serve as a side dish or a crunchy topping for your favorite Paleo main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(747.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1262.4

Total Fat 99.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1408.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 38.7g
Protein 30.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 495.3mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1994.3mg	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: 68.2%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 22.6%