Creamy Coleslaw with Yogurt Dressing: Enjoy Cabbage & Carrots!
This creamy coleslaw combines crunchy cabbage and sweet carrots with a light yogurt dressing, making it a refreshing side dish perfect for summer gatherings. It’s easy to prepare and offers a healthy alternative to traditional coleslaw recipes.
- Author: Ruby
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded (about 1 small head)
- 2 cups carrots, grated (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded (about 1/2 small head)
- 1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced (about 4–5 green onions)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional, for added creaminess)
- Begin by preparing the vegetables: finely shred the green and red cabbage and grate the carrots. This should take about 5 minutes. Make sure the pieces are uniform for a pleasant texture.
- Wash the green onions thoroughly and slice them into thin rings. This should not take longer than 2 minutes. They add extra freshness and flavor to the salad.
- For the dressing, take a large bowl and add the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, celery seed, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper. This should take about 5 minutes. Stir everything well until the mixture is creamy.
- Add the chopped vegetables (cabbage, carrots, green onions) to the dressing mixture. Mix everything thoroughly with a large spoon or tongs until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing. This should take 3-4 minutes.
- Taste the coleslaw and adjust the seasonings to your liking. If you want more sweetness, add a bit more honey. This takes only 1 minute. The flavors should be fresh and balanced.
- If desired, garnish the coleslaw with fresh parsley for an additional color and flavor accent. This takes about 1 minute.
- Let the coleslaw sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This is important for achieving the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: A common mistake is not salting the vegetables after cutting, which can lead to a watery salad. Salt the vegetables lightly and let them rest briefly before adding the dressing. Experiment with ingredient ratios to suit your taste.