Red Cabbage Coleslaw Rotkohlsalat

Brighten up your table with Red Cabbage Coleslaw (Rotkohlsalat), a vibrant and tangy German-inspired twist on traditional coleslaw. This easy-to-make recipe features crisp red cabbage, crunchy carrots, and naturally sweet green apple, all tied together with a zesty apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard dressing. Accentuated with a touch of honey and fresh parsley, this refreshing slaw is perfect as a side dish or a topping for sandwiches, burgers, and wraps. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a healthy, colorful addition to any meal that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for gatherings, barbecues, or weeknight dinners, this Rotkohlsalat is a blend of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium head red cabbage
• 2 large carrot
• 1 medium green apple
• 1 small white onion
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage and cut it in half. Core the cabbage and slice it thinly into shreds using a sharp knife or mandoline.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Core the green apple and grate it with the skin on for added texture and color.

Step 4

Peel and finely dice the white onion.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, grated carrots, grated apple, and diced onion.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well emulsified.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss well to coat evenly.

Step 8

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad. Toss lightly to incorporate.

Step 9

Cover and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve chilled as a side dish or use it as a topping for sandwiches and wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1229.4 grams (1229.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	498

Total Fat 2.60g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.40g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2183mg	95%
Total Carbohydrate 120.80g	44%
Dietary Fiber 26.80g	96%
Total Sugars 69.70g
Protein 11.20g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 423mg	33%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 2570mg	55%

*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: 4.2%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 87.6%