Creamy Coleslaw with Poppyseed Dressing
A light, tangy, and crunchy coleslaw featuring a creamy poppyseed dressing that balances sweetness and nuttiness, perfect as a versatile side dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 2 cups red cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables (10 minutes): Remove outer leaves from cabbages, cut into quarters, remove cores, and shred green and red cabbage finely (about 1/8-inch wide). Shred carrots and slice green onions thinly. Toss all veggies together in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Dressing (5 minutes): In a small bowl or jar, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and poppy seeds until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add a teaspoon of water or more vinegar if dressing is too thick.
- Toss the Salad (2 minutes): Pour dressing over shredded veggies and gently toss until every piece is lightly coated. Avoid overdressing to keep cabbage crunchy.
- Let it Rest (Optional, 15-30 minutes): Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to meld flavors and soften cabbage slightly without losing crunch. Can serve immediately if desired.
- Final Taste Check (1 minute): Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, honey, or vinegar if needed. Add a pinch of freshly ground black pepper before serving.
Notes
Shred cabbage and carrots thinly for best texture. Toss lightly with dressing to avoid sogginess. Letting the coleslaw rest in the fridge enhances flavor and softens cabbage slightly. For dairy-free version, substitute vegan mayo and coconut yogurt, and use maple syrup instead of honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup per serv
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 2
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