Lemon Apple Coleslaw
Brighten up your menu with this refreshing Lemon Apple Coleslaw, a perfect balance of zesty citrus and natural sweetness! This vibrant side dish combines crisp green and red cabbage, grated carrots, and juicy green and red apples, all tossed in a creamy dressing made with tangy lemon juice, Greek yogurt, and just a touch of honey for sweetness. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and flavor, while the hint of apple cider vinegar ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 20 minutes, this coleslaw is ideal for barbecues, picnics, or as a crunchy topping for sandwiches and wraps. Serve it chilled to let the bold, fresh flavors shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups, shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups, shredded red cabbage
- 1 large, grated carrot
- 1 large, julienned or grated green apple
- 1 large, julienned or grated red apple
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, grated carrot, and julienned green and red apples.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, lemon zest, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage and apple mixture. Toss everything together gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top and give the coleslaw one final toss.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Give the coleslaw a quick stir before serving. Serve chilled as a side dish or on sandwiches and wraps.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.1 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1619 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.5 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1684 mg | 36% | |
*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.
