Orange Date Slaw

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Brighten up your table with the refreshing crunch of Orange Date Slaw, a vibrant twist on classic coleslaw that combines shredded green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and tender pitted dates. Infused with the zesty freshness of orange zest and juice, this salad gets a tangy kick from a honey-Dijon dressing made with apple cider vinegar and olive oil. Garnished with fresh parsley and optional slivered almonds for an irresistible crunch, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and makes the perfect healthy side dish or light salad. Serve it chilled for a burst of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors in every bite. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a colorful weeknight dinner!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 4 cups (shredded) green cabbage
• 2 cups (shredded) red cabbage
• 1 cup (shredded) carrots
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
• 0.25 cup fresh orange juice
• 0.5 cup (chopped) pitted dates
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup (optional, for garnish) slivered almonds

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrots. Toss to mix evenly.

2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the orange zest, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined.

3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Toss thoroughly to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated.

4. Gently fold in the chopped dates and chopped parsley to add sweetness and a pop of freshness.

5. If desired, sprinkle slivered almonds on top for added crunch and flavor.

6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the slaw for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light salad.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (152.9g)

Calories		161
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		7.6 g	10%
	Saturated Fat	0.9 g	5%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		214 mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate		23.1 g	8%
	Dietary Fiber	4.3 g	15%
	Total Sugars	17.0 g
Protein		2.9 g	6%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		75 mg	6%
Iron		1.1 mg	6%
Potassium		412 mg	9%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 416 cal (40.0%%)

Protein: 70 cal (6.8%%)

Carbs: 555 cal (53.3%%)