Healthy Broccoli Slaw

My Healthy Broccoli Slaw recipe is a no-mayo summer salad to love!  Made with fresh broccoli slaw and a healthy Broccoli Slaw dressing featuring tangy greek yogurt, sweet honey, and pumpkin seeds.  This unique coleslaw is an easy, guilt-free favorite.

Love healthy slaw recipes? Also, try my Cilantro Lime Coleslaw and Healthy Coleslaw both made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo.

Healthy Broccoli Slaw Recipe

I love this Healthy Broccoli Slaw recipe for summer!  This broccoli salad could not be easier and is perfect for the season because it doesn't require you to turn on the oven.  I'm all about grilling and side dishes that are assembly only, and this one fits the bill perfectly.  This recipe uses that bagged or pre-packaged slaw, which usually includes shredded broccoli stems, shredded carrots, and cabbage,  in the store.  The salad comes together with a crazy simple dressing that features Greek yogurt as the base instead of mayonnaise as many broccoli slaws do.  With its big flavors, but light dressing, this is Broccoli Slaw Salad that will make all of the other ones jealous!

My Healthy Broccoli Slaw recipe uses that and a light easy dressing that's similar to a coleslaw dressing.  You don't have to heat the house, just stir together some of your favorite ingredients in the perfect light creamy Greek yogurt dressing. It's the perfect low-fat dressing for broccoli slaw.  A traditional Southern broccoli slaw has mayonnaise and sugar but my version, OF COURSE, has a healthy twist.  For my Healthy Broccoli slaw, I mix in goodies like Greek yogurt, lime juice, and pumpkin seeds.  The tangy yogurt and fresh lime juice are such a unique combination that just screams summer!

Serve this with a side of Blackened Shrimp, Blackened Salmon, Blackened Mahi Mahi, or even chicken for a quick and tasty meal you will love.  Even serve it alongside your favorite Black Bean Veggie Burger or Portobello Mushroom Burger.  This delicious Broccoli Slaw Salad is the start of the kind of meal you can linger on our porch for hours after a meal eating summer favorites on long warm summer nights when it doesn't get dark until 9 PM.  Aren't those the best kind of nights?  They are made better with some delicious healthy food like this!

Here's Why I Love This Healthy Broccoli Slaw...

• ThisHealthy Broccoli Slaw recipe is made with just a handful of ingredients.
• To kick the dish up a notch I use fresh garden herbs to bring out the flavor without a lot of work.  This makes my Healthy Broccoli Slaw recipe THE perfect light summer cookout dish. This broccoli slaw is perfect for summer for many reasons!
• It uses creamy Greek Yogurt instead of mayo.
• Broccoli slaw is healthier than standard slaw because broccoli packs more nutrients and fiber including vitamin C.
• It's gluten-free and low-carb.
• It has crunchy pumpkin seeds!
• It uses bagged broccoli slaw making this a dish you can make in just minutes.
• It tastes REALLY good!

Where can I buy broccoli slaw?

If you haven’t seen “broccoli slaw” before, you can find it pre-packaged near the other bagged vegetables, like slaw or broccoli florets.  It's sometimes near the bagged salads too. I think it is more substantial than a regular slaw, is packed with vitamins, and is yummy.  Plus I love all the color in it... look for a version that already has carrots in it!

A fun side note is the stems of broccoli are just as healthy as the pretty florets.  They have slightly MORE calcium, iron, and vitamin C.

Ingredients

Here's an overview of what you'll need to make this Healthy Broccoli Slaw recipe, but keep scrolling for the full recipe amounts.

For the Broccoli Slaw Dressing:

• Greek yogurt: A healthy alternative to the mayo typically found in easy broccoli slaw recipes.  You can use either fat-free or full-fat yogurt. Whatever matches your dietary preferences.
• Lime juice: I love adding in a little fresh lime juice as it provides a light, citrusy contrast to the dressing.
• Apple cider vinegar: Adds a bit of zest and balances out the flavors.
• Honey: Adds a little sweetness without overpowering the other flavors in the slaw.  This is instead of the white sugar found in traditional slaw.

For the Slaw:

• Broccoli Slaw Mix: For convenience, I like to use bagged broccoli slaw, which is a mixture of shredded broccoli stems or broccoli stalks, carrots, and cabbage. But if you're feeling ambitious, you can certainly shred your own!  I have instructions to do that below.  You can also substitute any shredded vegetable slaw for this or even classic bagged coleslaw mix with cabbage.
• Parsley or cilantro: Works as a beautiful garnish and adds flavor.
• Pumpkin or sunflower seeds: Add extra texture, crunch and flavor.  You could also use sliced almonds.
• Salt and black pepper

Instructions:

This is an overview of the instructions to make this Healthy Broccoli Slaw recipe, but the full detailed printable recipe is below in the recipe card.

1. Start by making the broccoli slaw dressing by whisking the yogurt, lime, vinegar, and honey in a large bowl together.
2. Add the broccoli slaw, parsley, and pumpkin seeds. Toss until well coated—salt and pepper to taste.
3. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Variations

I love this Healthy Broccoli Slaw Salad recipe as written, but here are some fun ways to mix it up.

• Make it Vegan or Dairy Free: Use a non-dairy yogurt and agave nectar or maple syrup instead of honey.
• Add Extras: Other tasty additions to this would be dried cranberries, raisins, chopped apples, or almonds.
• Mix Up the Citrus: Use lemon juice instead of lime.
• Switch up the nut: Pecans, walnuts, or almonds would also work.
• Switch up the herbs:  Basil or parsley would be great with lemon instead of lime.
• Add Some Onion: Add some sliced scallions, green onion, or diced red onion.

FAQs

How long does broccoli slaw last in the fridge?

You can store broccoli slaw in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The slaw may get slightly soggy, but it can easily be drained. You can also throw in some more seeds to liven it up again!  You cannot freeze this Brcooli Slaw Salad as it will thaw out mushy.

How do you make broccoli slaw from scratch?

Y'all know I love a good shortcut with a bagged salad but you can also make broccoli slaw from scratch by peeling and shredding a raw broccoli stem.  You can also add shredded carrots to the mix.  After making your mix you can pick up where my Healthy Broccoli Slow recipe starts.

You can also make shredded broccoli easily be made by running broccoli stems through a spiralizer, Vegetable Slicer, or food processor attachment to shred vegetables.

What is Slaw dressing made of? 

Slaw dressing is traditionally made with mayonnaise, milk, and a touch of sugar.  I made mine healthier with Greek yogurt and honey.

How is a coleslaw different than a salad?

A coleslaw is a type of salad, and this Broccoli Slaw could also be called a Broccoli Slaw Salad because it's just vegetables mixed with a dressing.

Healthy Broccoli Slaw recipe is Fresh & Tasty!

This Healthy Broccoli Slaw recipe is such a tasty salad for summer.  I love the light dressing and how versatile it is, plus the nice crunchy sunflower seeds and tangy dressing that's not made with mayo.  Whether you make it for dinner, or take it to a potluck, it is sure to be a hit with your family.  You really can't beat how simple this Broccoli Slaw Salad is!

Serving Suggestions

Broccoli Slaw is the perfect versatile summer side dish.  Serve it with BBQ chicken or any of these tasty recipes. Here are some ideas to make it into a meal.

• BBQ Shrimp Kabobs
• Portobello Mushroom Burger
• Homemade Black Bean Burgers
• Lemon Salmon with Greek Yogurt Dill
• Three Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
• Blackened Shrimp
• Grilled Salmon with Peach Salsa
• Grilled Cauliflower Stead with Green Goddess Sauce
• Grilled Vegetable Sandwich with Herbed Goat Cheese
• Healthy Grilled Shrimp in Foil
• Grilled Shrimp Kabobs with Lemon

More Healthy Cookout Sides to Try

• Cheesy Grilled Potatoes in Foil
• Healthy Coleslaw
• Healthy Cilantro Lime Coleslaw
• Grilled Asparagus in Foil
• Grilled Zucchini in Foil
• Deviled Egg Pasta Salad
• Healthy Macaroni Salad
• Zesty Pasta Salad
• Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad
• Healthy Potato Salad with Greek Yogurt
• Fresh White Bean Salad
• Grilled Vegetable Quinoa
• Tomato Cucumber and Avocado Salad
• Rainbow Fruit Skewers
• Black Bean Salsa

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Healthy Broccoli Slaw Recipe

Julie Wunder

My Healthy Broccoli Slaw recipe is a no-mayo summer salad to love!  Made with fresh broccoli slaw and a healthy Broccoli Slaw dressing featuring tangy greek yogurt, sweet honey, and pumpkin seeds.  This unique coleslaw is an easy, guilt-free favorite.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 67 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon agave nectar or honey
• 1 12 ounce bag broccoli slaw
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro
• ¼ cup toasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt, lime, vinegar, honey together. 
• Add the broccoli slaw, parsley and pumpkin seeds.  Toss until well coated.  Salt and pepper to taste.
• Refrigerate for at least 2 hours but up to overnight. Serve chilled.

Notes

The parsley and cilantro are very different flavors, but both work well! Pick your favorite!

Storage & Leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.  This recipe will not freeze well.

Nutrition

Calories: 67kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 29mgPotassium: 347mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 354IUVitamin C: 84mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 1mg

Keyword broccoli, salad, slaw

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