Broccoli Slaw

Bright, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, broccoli slaw is the ultimate colorful side dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. This easy-to-make recipe features shredded broccoli stems, crisp carrots, and vibrant red cabbage, all tossed in a creamy yet tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Sunflower seeds add a delightful crunch, while optional raisins bring a touch of sweetness to every bite. Perfect as a chilled companion to barbecue spreads, tacos, or sandwiches, this versatile slaw takes just 20 minutes to prepare and requires no cooking. It's a refreshing way to enjoy fresh veggies while delivering bold flavors and textures that will be a hit at any gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 heads broccoli
• 2 medium carrot
• 0.25 head red cabbage
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
• 0.25 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Trim the broccoli heads and shred the stems using a box grater or food processor, saving the florets for another recipe or chopping them finely to include in the slaw.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or food processor.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red cabbage or shred it using a sharp knife or mandoline.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded broccoli, grated carrots, and shredded red cabbage. Toss to evenly distribute the vegetables.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients.

Step 7

Fold in the sunflower seeds and raisins (if using) for added texture and sweetness.

Step 8

Let the slaw sit for 10-15 minutes in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve the broccoli slaw chilled as a refreshing side dish or as a topping for sandwiches or tacos.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1230.4 grams (1230.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1651

Total Fat 108.00g	138%
Saturated Fat 10.20g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.00g
Cholesterol 118mg	39%
Sodium 2671mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 152.90g	56%
Dietary Fiber 30.00g	107%
Total Sugars 65.00g
Protein 28.20g	56%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 495mg	38%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 3449mg	73%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 36.1%