Heart-Healthy Southern Coleslaw
Looking for a fresh twist on a classic favorite? This Heart-Healthy Southern Coleslaw delivers all the tangy, creamy goodness you love with a nutritious spin. Made with shredded green cabbage, vibrant carrots, and a delicate touch of red onion, this recipe swaps heavy mayonnaise for a smooth, low-fat Greek yogurt dressing infused with apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey for natural sweetness. A splash of extra-virgin olive oil and fragrant celery seed round out the flavors, while staying mindful of heart health. Quick and simple to prepare in just 20 minutes, this coleslaw is perfect as a refreshing side dish or sandwich topper. Whether you're aiming for a lighter BBQ spread or a guilt-free addition to your meal, this nutrient-packed southern-inspired coleslaw is sure to delight your taste buds and support a healthy lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
- 2 medium (peeled and shredded) Carrots
- 0.5 medium (thinly sliced) Red onion
- 0.5 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Celery seed
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional, low-sodium variety)
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and prepare the vegetables. Shred the green cabbage into thin strips and place it in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and shred the carrots using a box grater or food processor. Add them to the mixing bowl with the cabbage.
Thinly slice half of a medium red onion and add it to the vegetable mixture.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the low-fat plain Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-combined.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage, carrots, and onion in the large mixing bowl. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Allow the coleslaw to sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to chill and let the flavors meld together.
Before serving, give the coleslaw a final toss and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve as a side dish or sandwich topping for a heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
469 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 2800 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.2 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 375 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1381 mg | 29% | |
*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.
