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Healthy broccoli slaw served on a platter near a bright kitchen window.

Healthy Broccoli Slaw with Yogurt Dressing

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Author: Nico Pallotta

  • 1 broccoli head including the stem
  • 1½ cups (130 g) carrot shredded
  • 1 cup (85 g) red cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (240 g) 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 (30 g) sunflower seeds or your favorite add-in

  • Cut 1 broccoli head into very small bite-size pieces. Peel the thick outer layer from the stem, then shred or thinly slice it.
    Add the broccoli, 1½ cups carrot and 1 cup red cabbage to a large bowl.
    Step 1 Broccoli, carrots, and cabbage in a bowl before adding dressing.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 to 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, ¾ teaspoon salt, black pepper, and 1 to 2 tablespoons mayonnaise if using.
    Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking. It should taste slightly tangy and well-seasoned on its own because the vegetables mellow the flavor.
    Step 2 Greek yogurt dressing whisked in a small bowl with mustard and vinegar.
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well until everything is evenly coated.
    Stir in ¼ cup sunflower seeds or your favorite add-ins.
    Step 3 Tossed broccoli slaw resting before serving on a platter.
  • Let the broccoli slaw sit for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. This helps the broccoli soften slightly and gives the flavors time to come together.
    Step 4 Serving the slaw on a platter with a spoon.
Substitutions
  • Broccoli → Pre-shredded broccoli slaw mix
  • Carrots → Shredded Brussels sprouts or extra red cabbage
  • Red cabbage → Green cabbage
  • Greek yogurt → Low-fat Greek yogurt, Skyr, or plain dairy-free yogurt
  • Mayonnaise → More Greek yogurt or avocado mayo
  • Apple cider vinegar → White wine vinegar, lemon juice, or red wine vinegar
  • Dijon mustard → Yellow mustard
  • Honey → Maple syrup or agave
  • Optional add-ins → Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chopped almonds, pistachios, walnuts, dried cranberries, raisins, or diced apples. Pick one or more.
 
Tips
  • Use bagged broccoli slaw to save time
  • Cut the broccoli small for the best texture
  • Peel and shred the broccoli stem instead of throwing it away
  • Let the slaw rest 10 minutes before serving
  • Taste the dressing before mixing with the vegetables
  • Toasted nuts or seeds add extra crunch and flavor
  • Use low-fat Greek yogurt or Skyr for more protein
  • Add cranberries, apples, or nuts to customize the texture
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days
  • Sodium is estimated and often lower since some dressing stays in the bowl and spoon
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