Heart-Healthy Red Cabbage Coleslaw
Brighten up your plate with this Heart-Healthy Red Cabbage Coleslaw, a vibrant and nutritious twist on the classic side dish. Packed with fresh, crisp red cabbage, sweet carrots, and juicy green apple matchsticks, this coleslaw is as delicious as it is wholesome. The tangy homemade dressing—featuring Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, and a touch of honey—perfectly blends sweet and savory flavors while keeping things light and healthy. Fresh parsley adds a pop of flavor and color, making this dish a standout addition to any meal. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this coleslaw is perfect for quick lunches or as a chilled side dish for barbecues, picnics, and weeknight dinners. High in fiber and packed with heart-healthy ingredients, it's a guilt-free way to enjoy bold flavors and vibrant textures.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head red cabbage
- 2 large carrot
- 1 large green apple
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage and rinse under cool water. Cut into quarters, remove the core, and thinly slice the cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline.
Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor.
Core the green apple and slice it into thin matchsticks, leaving the skin on for added fiber and color.
Finely chop the fresh parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced red cabbage, grated carrots, apple matchsticks, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the dijon mustard, extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well coated.
Cover the coleslaw and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
Toss the coleslaw once more before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
750 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.7 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1826 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.9 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 421 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2574 mg | 55% | |
*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.
