Sunflower Seed Coleslaw
Add a vibrant twist to your next side dish lineup with this Sunflower Seed Coleslaw, a colorful and crunchy medley of green and purple cabbages, carrots, and toasted sunflower seeds. Tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard, this coleslaw strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. The nutty crunch of sunflower seeds elevates the texture, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and stays refreshing when chilled, making it the ideal companion for summer barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Packed with flavor and vibrant colors, this coleslaw is a surefire crowd-pleaser that will brighten any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
- 2 cups (shredded) Purple cabbage
- 1 cup (shredded) Carrots
- 1 cup (toasted) Sunflower seeds
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by prepping your vegetables. Shred the green and purple cabbages and carrots and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Toast the sunflower seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables in the large mixing bowl and gently toss to combine, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Add the toasted sunflower seeds to the coleslaw and mix lightly to distribute them evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.
Cover and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Serve chilled as a side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 478 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 458 mg | 10% | |
*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.
