Description
This healthy broccoli slaw is crisp, colorful, and tossed in a creamy yogurt dressing with a tangy kick. It’s a fresh and nutritious side dish perfect for picnics, lunches, or light dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 broccoli head, including the stem
- 1½ cups shredded carrot
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 to 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ¾ teaspoon salt, plus black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds or your favorite add-ins
Instructions
- Cut the broccoli head into very small bite-size pieces. Peel the thick outer layer from the broccoli stem, then shred or thinly slice the stem.
- Add the broccoli, shredded carrot, and sliced red cabbage to a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar or lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and mayonnaise if using.
- Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as desired. The dressing should taste slightly tangy and well seasoned.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well until evenly coated.
- Stir in the sunflower seeds or any preferred add-ins.
- Let the slaw rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving to soften the broccoli slightly and allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free yogurt and maple syrup instead of honey.
- Add dried cranberries, chopped apples, or nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- This slaw tastes even better after chilling in the refrigerator for an hour.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use fresh lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 6 mg
