Fresh Creamy Coleslaw Without Mayonnaise
A quick and easy creamy coleslaw made without mayonnaise, featuring a tangy yogurt-based dressing that is light, fresh, and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 cups red cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables (10 minutes): Remove outer leaves of cabbage if bruised. Rinse and pat dry. Finely shred green and red cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline. Peel and shred carrots, slice green onions thinly, and chop parsley if using. Toss all together in a large bowl.
- Make the Dressing (5 minutes): In a smaller bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Salad and Dressing (3 minutes): Pour dressing over shredded veggies. Toss gently but thoroughly until all cabbage and carrots are coated.
- Rest to Marry Flavors (at least 15 minutes, up to 2 hours): Cover and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld and cabbage to soften slightly while retaining crunch.
- Final Taste and Adjustments (1 minute): Stir and taste before serving. Adjust salt, vinegar, or honey as desired.
Notes
For best flavor, let the coleslaw rest in the fridge at least 15 minutes before serving. Use a mandoline for quick, uniform shredding. Adjust seasoning after resting. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut or cashew-based yogurt and olive oil with avocado oil. Add lemon juice before serving for extra brightness. Store in airtight container up to 3 days; best within 24-48 hours. Do not reheat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup per serv
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
Keywords: coleslaw, creamy coleslaw, no mayonnaise, yogurt dressing, light salad, tangy salad, easy coleslaw, healthy side dish