Scandinavian Fennel Apple Cole Slaw

Brighten up your table with the crisp and tangy flavors of Scandinavian Fennel Apple Cole Slaw—a refreshing twist on a classic side dish. This vibrant recipe combines the delicate licorice notes of thinly sliced fennel, the sweet crunch of julienned green apples, and the vivid hues of red cabbage and grated carrot, all brought together in a creamy dressing made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh dill, and a touch of honey. A squeeze of lemon juice and a hint of Dijon mustard add zesty depth, while optional toasted sunflower seeds provide a satisfying crunch. Perfect as a light, wholesome side for picnics, barbecues, or Nordic-inspired dinners, this easy, no-cook slaw comes together in just 20 minutes and tastes even better after chilling.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 large fennel bulb
• 2 medium green apple
• 1 small red cabbage
• 1 large carrot
• 120 ml plain Greek yogurt
• 60 ml mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Trim the fennel bulb, removing the stalks and outer layer if needed. Slice the fennel as thinly as possible using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer.

Step 2

Core the green apples and slice them into thin matchsticks (julienne-style). Optionally, leave the skin on for more texture and color.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red cabbage into fine shreds. Use a sharp knife or mandoline for uniformity.

Step 4

Peel and grate the carrot using a box grater or food processor.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the fennel, apple, cabbage, and carrot. Toss gently to mix.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, mustard, dill, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and apples. Toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add a touch more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.

Step 9

Transfer the cole slaw to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted sunflower seeds, if using, for extra crunch.

Step 10

Chill the cole slaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1507.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1127.0

Total Fat 56.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 71.3mg	0%
Sodium 3003.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.4g	0%
Total Sugars 81.3g
Protein 26.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 593.1mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 3425.7mg	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: 42.2%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 48.9%