Whole30 Tangy Coleslaw Without Mayo
Craving a fresh, flavorful coleslaw without the heaviness of mayo? This Whole30 Tangy Coleslaw is a vibrant, healthy alternative that’s bursting with zesty flavor! Made with crunchy green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and a perfectly balanced dressing of apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and olive oil, this recipe is both Whole30-compliant and mayo-free. A pinch of celery seed adds a subtle aromatic depth, while the quick prep time makes it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it chilled for maximum flavor, as a refreshing side dish for grilled chicken, burgers, or BBQ, or as a light, healthy snack. This dairy-free, paleo-friendly coleslaw is proof that simple can be delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Green cabbage
- 2 cups Red cabbage
- 1 cup Carrots
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Celery seed
Instructions
Using a sharp knife or a mandoline, thinly slice the green cabbage and red cabbage. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Shred the carrots using a box grater or food processor and add them to the bowl with the cabbage.
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, honey, salt, black pepper, and celery seed until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture.
Toss everything together using tongs or a large spoon, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar to taste.
Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1591 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1286 mg | 27% | |
*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.
