Crisp Broccoli Slaw Salad (Printable)
Crisp shredded broccoli and carrots tossed in a tangy, creamy dressing for a vibrant side dish.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 3 cups broccoli stems, julienned or shredded
02 - 1 cup carrots, julienned or shredded
03 - 1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 cup scallions, finely sliced
→ Dressing
05 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
06 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Optional Add-ins
10 - 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or sliced almonds
11 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, toss together the julienned broccoli stems, carrots, thinly sliced red cabbage, and finely sliced scallions until evenly distributed.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until smooth and well blended.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly to coat every strand evenly.
04 - Fold in sunflower seeds or sliced almonds and dried cranberries or raisins if desired, stirring gently to incorporate.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve cold as a refreshing side.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- It transforms the part of broccoli most people toss into something genuinely craveable.
- The dressing comes together in under a minute and tastes like it should be far more complicated than it is.
02 -
- Salt the slaw right before adding dressing, not before, or the vegetables will weep water and dilute the flavor.
- If you substitute Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise, drain any excess liquid from the yogurt first or the dressing becomes too thin.
03 -
- Use a mandoline with the julienne blade to make quick, uniform strips of broccoli stems and carrots in seconds.
- Peel the tough outer layer of broccoli stems before shredding to avoid fibrous, stringy bits in your slaw.