Great Broccoli Slaw
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly crunchy, this Great Broccoli Slaw is a vibrant twist on a classic side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like shredded broccoli, red cabbage, and carrot, it offers a medley of colors and textures that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. The creamy yet tangy dressing, made with a blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey, strikes the perfect balance between zest and sweetness. Topped with sunflower seeds for crunch and dried cranberries for a pop of sweetness, this slaw becomes an irresistible flavor powerhouse. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a quick, healthy side dish you can serve at barbecues, potlucks, or as a topping for sandwiches. Make it ahead and let the flavors meld for an extra-delicious treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 broccoli crowns
- 1 large carrot
- 1 cup red cabbage
- 2 green onions
- 0.333 cup mayonnaise
- 0.333 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
Wash the broccoli crowns thoroughly and pat them dry.
Using a sharp knife, cut the broccoli into small florets. Finely chop the stems, or alternatively, use a food processor to shred the stems.
Peel the large carrot and shred it using a grater or food processor.
Finely slice the green onions and measure out 1 cup of shredded red cabbage.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, shredded broccoli stems, shredded carrot, red cabbage, and green onions.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss everything together until well coated.
Fold in the sunflower seeds and dried cranberries for added crunch and sweetness.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Cover and refrigerate the slaw for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a side dish or on top of sandwiches, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.0 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1681 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.4 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.7 g | ||
| Protein | 22.0 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1776 mg | 38% | |
*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.
