Citrus Cole Slaw
Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Citrus Cole Slaw is a vibrant twist on the classic slaw recipe. Packed with shredded green and red cabbage, crunchy carrots, and colorful red bell pepper, this dish is as beautiful as it is delicious. The tangy citrus dressing, made with a refreshing blend of orange, lemon, and lime juices, is perfectly balanced by a touch of honey and a hint of Dijon mustard. Chopped fresh parsley adds a final pop of herbal brightness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook dish is ideal for summer barbecues, family picnics, or as a crisp, chilled topping for sandwiches, tacos, and more. Nutritious, easy to make, and completely irresistible, this Citrus Cole Slaw is a must-try side dish for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
- 2 cups (shredded) Red cabbage
- 1 cup (shredded) Carrots
- 0.5 cup (thinly sliced) Red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, and fresh parsley. Toss the vegetables together until evenly mixed.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, honey, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the citrus dressing.
Pour the citrus dressing over the mixed vegetables in the large bowl.
Toss the slaw thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the slaw for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the slaw one final toss. Serve chilled as a side dish or a topping for sandwiches and tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
679 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1471 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1575 mg | 34% | |
*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.
