Heart-Healthy Southern Coleslaw

Elevate your next meal with this Heart-Healthy Southern Coleslaw, a lighter twist on a classic Southern favorite. Packed with vibrant shredded green cabbage, sweet carrots, and crisp red onion, this recipe swaps traditional mayonnaise for creamy, low-fat Greek yogurt, cutting unnecessary fat while keeping the flavors rich and tangy. A zesty dressing of apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey brings the perfect balance of freshness and sweetness, while celery seed adds a signature Southern flair. Ready in just 20 minutes and brimming with fiber and nutrients, this coleslaw is an ideal side dish for grilled mains or a crunchy topping for sandwiches. Perfect for mindful eaters, this dish showcases heart-healthy ingredients without compromising on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
• 2 medium (peeled and shredded) Carrots
• 0.5 medium (thinly sliced) Red onion
• 0.5 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Celery seed
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional, low-sodium variety)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare the vegetables. Shred the green cabbage into thin strips and place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and shred the carrots using a box grater or food processor. Add them to the mixing bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Thinly slice half of a medium red onion and add it to the vegetable mixture.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the low-fat plain Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the cabbage, carrots, and onion in the large mixing bowl. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Allow the coleslaw to sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to chill and let the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, give the coleslaw a final toss and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve as a side dish or sandwich topping for a heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	751.6 grams (751.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	469

Total Fat 18.40g	24%
Saturated Fat 3.50g	18%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 12mg	4%
Sodium 2800mg	122%
Total Carbohydrate 63.10g	23%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 42.10g
Protein 19.20g	38%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 375mg	29%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 1381mg	29%

*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: 33.5%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 51.0%