Description
Fresh Broccoli Slaw Salad is a deliciously crunchy and refreshing dish that perfectly balances nutrition and flavor. With vibrant green broccoli, bright orange carrots, and crisp red cabbage, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with vitamins and minerals. The creamy homemade dressing ties all the ingredients together, creating a delightful crunch in every bite. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch option, this versatile salad can easily be customized to fit various dietary preferences. Plus, it takes just 15 minutes to whip up, making it a fantastic choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups thinly sliced broccoli stems
- 2 cups small broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1/4 cup finely sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup toasted almond slices (reserve some for topping)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries (set some aside for topping)
- Creamy coleslaw dressing
Instructions
- Wash and prepare the vegetables: thinly slice broccoli stems and florets, julienne carrots, shred cabbage, and slice onion.
- Toast almond slices in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine all prepared vegetables along with half the almonds and cranberries.
- Prepare the dressing in a separate bowl by whisking ingredients together until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mix and gently toss to coat.
- Serve chilled, garnished with remaining almonds, cranberries, and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg