This Kale Slaw Recipe is crisp, tangy, and perfectly sweet. Quick to toss together, it’s great to serve as an easy side dish or topping for sandwiches, burgers, and wraps!
Lightened-Up Kale Slaw
Flavorful, nutritious, and so easy!
This kale slaw recipe is so tasty that it turns even the biggest kale haters into fans! Made with a lightened-up dressing, it’s full of all the good for you stuff without sacrificing any flavor, and there’s just something about the sweet, tangy flavors and crispy, creamy textures that keep you coming back for more.
With minimal prep time and no cooking, this is one of the easiest recipes you’ll ever make, and it always turns out delicious. I love to pair it with BBQ chicken stuffed sweet potatoes, but it’s also great with just about anything.
Try it out, and you’ll be prepping a big batch for every occasion, too!
— Ashlea
Ingredients You’ll Need
This is an overview of the main ingredients in this recipe. See the recipe card for full ingredients and instructions, below.
- Veggies: a combination of shredded kale, shredded carrot, and shredded red cabbage forms the base of the slaw. Buy pre-shredded carrots and cabbage to save time, and don’t forget to massage your kale!
- Greek Yogurt: this forms the base of the dressing, replacing some of the mayo to create a lighter option with the same tangy flavor and a boost of protein.
- Apple Cider Vinegar: this is a must-have in any slaw recipe and adds that signature tangy taste.
How to Make Kale Slaw in 3 Quick Steps!
- Whisk the dressing ingredients until well combined and smooth.
- Combine the veggies and dressing in a large bowl.
- Toss to combine, and enjoy!
More Delicious Slaws and Salads
- Sweet and Tangy Apple Slaw
- Apple Cider Vinegar Slaw
- The Best Healthy Homemade Coleslaw
- Creamy Cucumber Salad
- Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
- Black Bean and Corn Salad
I hope you give this Kale Slaw Recipe a try! It’s crispy, creamy, sweet, savory, tangy, and so quick to make. If you do give this recipe a try, let me know! Leave a comment with a star rating below. You can also snap a photo & tag @allthehealthythings on INSTAGRAM. Your reviews and ratings help support All the Healthy Things and make it possible for me to continue to create the recipes you trust and love.
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Kale Slaw
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 cups 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This Kale Slaw recipe is crisp, tangy, and perfectly sweet. Quick to toss together, it’s great to serve as an easy side dish or topping for sandwiches, burgers, and wraps!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups shredded kale
- 1 cup shredded carrot
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
Instructions
- Add the greek yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, celery seed, salt, and pepper to a mixing bowl. Whisk together until well combined.
- Next, add the kale, carrot, and red cabbage. Toss until everything is well combined.
- Set aside in the fridge until you’re ready to serve and enjoy!
Photography by: Sasha Hooper
