Paleo Crunchy Veggie Slaw
Brighten up your plate with this Paleo Crunchy Veggie Slaw, a refreshing and nutrient-packed side dish that’s as colorful as it is delicious! Featuring a crisp mix of green and purple cabbage, shredded carrot, sweet red bell pepper, and fresh cilantro, this slaw is elevated with the subtle crunch of sliced almonds. The zesty dressing—made with apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard—perfectly ties it all together with a tangy-sweet flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes and completely gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free, this slaw is the perfect addition to any Paleo meal or can be enjoyed as a standalone salad. With its vibrant textures and bold flavors, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy yet satisfying dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups green cabbage
- 1 cup purple cabbage
- 1 large carrot
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 3 stalks green onions
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 cup almonds, sliced
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Thinly slice 3 cups of green cabbage and 1 cup of purple cabbage, and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and shred 1 large carrot, then add it to the bowl with the cabbage.
Core and thinly slice 1 medium red bell pepper into strips, and add it to the mixing bowl.
Finely chop 3 stalks of green onions and 1 cup of fresh cilantro, then add them to the bowl with the other vegetables.
Add 1 cup of sliced almonds to the vegetable mixture, and toss to combine evenly.
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard.
Season the dressing with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, and whisk until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture, and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.
Let the slaw sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then toss again before serving.
Serve as a side dish or a crunchy topping for your favorite Paleo main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1262 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.9 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1408 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 30.4 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 495 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1994 mg | 42% | |
*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.
