Polynesian Coleslaw

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant Polynesian Coleslaw, a refreshing twist on a classic side dish! Bursting with the natural sweetness of juicy fresh pineapple and crisp, colorful cabbage, this recipe adds texture and tropical flair to your table. A creamy yet tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, pineapple juice, and a hint of soy sauce and ginger brings the perfect balance of sweet and savory to each bite. Topped with a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds and fresh cilantro, this coleslaw is not only visually stunning but also packed with bold, island-inspired flavors. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it's the ideal accompaniment for grilled meats, barbecue, or a light and healthy addition to a picnic spread. Make it ahead and let it chill for ultimate flavor infusion—your guests will be asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups green cabbage
• 2 cups red cabbage
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 cup fresh pineapple
• 4 stalks green onions
• 0.25 cup cilantro
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup pineapple juice
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the green cabbage and red cabbage. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Grate the carrots using a box grater or a food processor. Add them to the mixing bowl.

Step 3

Dice the fresh pineapple into small chunks (if not already diced) and add to the bowl.

Step 4

Finely chop the green onions and cilantro, then stir into the vegetable mixture.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, grated fresh ginger, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top and gently toss once more.

Step 8

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a side dish or top with additional sesame seeds for garnish if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1090.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1335.5

Total Fat 93.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 123.8mg	0%
Sodium 1880.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 65.7g
Protein 16.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373.7mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1847.3mg	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: 60.5%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 34.7%