Heathly Coleslaw

Coleslaw made with Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar and healthy nuts in a stone bowl.

This healthy coleslaw is fresh, crunchy, and packed with flavor, featuring shredded cabbage, carrots, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing with a touch of apple cider vinegar and honey for the perfect balance of tangy and sweet!

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time: 15

Total Time: 15

Course: lunch & dinner meals, Salad, soups & salads

Cuisine: American, Canadian

Keyword: coleslaw, healthy coleslaw

Servings: servings

Calories: 99kcal

Author: Deborah McDonald

Ingredients

For the Coleslaw

4 cups cabbage shredded - green, red, or a mix
1 cup carrots shredded
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
2 tbsp sunflower seeds
1 tbsp hemp seeds

For the Dressing

½ cup Greek yogurt or Skyr for extra protein
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 clove garlic minced

Instructions

Finely shred the cabbage and carrots using a sharp knife, box grater, or food processor. (For extra crispness, sprinkle the cabbage with a little salt and let it sit for 10 minutes before assembling.)
In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or Skyr), olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and carrots. Pour the dressing over the veggies and toss well to coat.
Sprinkle in the pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and hemp seeds, then mix again.
For the best flavor, allow the coleslaw to rest for 15–30 minutes before serving so the flavors can meld.

Notes

Tips and Substitutes

Over the years, I’ve found a few simple tricks that make all the difference when making coleslaw:

Shred finely – The thinner the cabbage, the better it absorbs the dressing and stays tender.
Salt the cabbage first – Let it sit for 10 minutes with a sprinkle of salt to draw out excess moisture and keep it crisp.
Toast the seeds – Lightly toasting the pumpkin and sunflower seeds brings out their nutty flavor and adds even more crunch.
Adjust the dressing – Taste and tweak! More vinegar for tang, extra honey for sweetness, or a pinch more salt for balance.
Keep dressing separate – If making ahead, store the dressing separately and mix just before serving to prevent sogginess.
Make it heartier – Swap Greek yogurt for Skyr for an extra protein boost, or toss in chickpeas or shredded chicken for a more filling salad.
Mix in extra flavors – Dried cranberries, chopped apples, or even a handful of fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro take this coleslaw to the next level!

Storage

- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- If meal prepping, keep the dressing separate and mix before eating.

Nutrition

Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!