Carrot Celery Slaw with Yogurt Dressing
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly crunchy, this Carrot Celery Slaw with Yogurt Dressing is a healthy and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. Featuring fresh julienned carrots and crisp celery, this slaw is tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing infused with a tangy mix of lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. The addition of optional parsley brings a pop of color and herbal freshness, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this slaw is ideal for busy weeknights or as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled dishes and picnics. Serve it chilled to let the vibrant flavors shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium carrots
- 4 celery stalks
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, chopped)
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots, then julienne them into thin strips or grate them using a box grater.
Wash the celery stalks, trim the ends, and slice them thinly on a bias for an attractive appearance.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned carrots and sliced celery.
Pour the yogurt dressing over the vegetables and toss well to evenly coat everything.
If using parsley, sprinkle it over the slaw for added freshness and color.
Let the slaw sit for 10-15 minutes in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.3 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1607 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1314 mg | 28% | |
*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.
