Whole30 Carrot Slaw

Bright, crisp, and bursting with flavor, this Whole30 Carrot Slaw is the perfect healthy side dish to elevate any meal. Featuring a colorful medley of shredded carrots, green and red cabbage, and fresh cilantro, this vibrant dish is tossed in a zesty dressing made with apple cider vinegar, olive oil, lime juice, and Whole30-compliant Dijon mustard. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a refreshing, nutrient-packed option for clean eating enthusiasts or anyone craving a light, tangy crunch. Whether served alongside grilled proteins, in lettuce wraps, or on its own, this slaw is a versatile and crowd-pleasing addition to your Whole30 menu or any gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large carrots
• 1 cup green cabbage
• 1 cup red cabbage
• 2 stalks green onions
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (Whole30 compliant)
• 1 teaspoon honey (optional, if compliant)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and then use a grater or food processor to shred them into thin strips. Transfer the shredded carrots to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Thinly slice the green and red cabbages into fine shreds and add them to the bowl with the carrots.

Step 3

Chop the green onions into small pieces and add to the bowl.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and mix it into the vegetable mixture.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, lime juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and use tongs or a large spoon to mix everything thoroughly until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve the carrot slaw as a side dish or use it as a topping for protein dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(634.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	481.6

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1786.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 6.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 207.3mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1492.6mg	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: 52.8%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 42.3%