Sunflower Seed Cole Slaw

Crisp, refreshing, and packed with texture, this Sunflower Seed Cole Slaw is a vibrant twist on a classic side dish. Featuring a colorful medley of shredded green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and nutty sunflower seeds, this slaw brings crunch in every bite. A creamy dressing made with tangy Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey perfectly balances the flavors, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes and served chilled, this healthy coleslaw recipe is perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or as a delicious topping for sandwiches and tacos. With its wholesome ingredients and unique twist, this crowd-pleaser will quickly become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
• 2 cups (shredded) Red cabbage
• 2 medium (shredded) Carrots
• 0.5 cups (hulled, unsalted) Sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cups Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Shred the green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrots using a sharp knife, a food processor, or a mandoline slicer. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the sunflower seeds to the bowl with the shredded vegetables and mix to combine.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the cabbage, carrot, and sunflower seed mixture. Toss everything together thoroughly until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

If using, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the cole slaw for added freshness and color.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(734.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	705.0

Total Fat 36.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.8g
Cholesterol 2.0mg	0%
Sodium 1387.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 40.7g
Protein 24.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 320.4mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 1981.8mg	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: 44.4%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 42.4%