This creamy, honey coleslaw is luscious and delicious! Slightly sweet and tangy, and it's a great way to get your kids to eat cabbage.
This is my favorite coleslaw recipe EVER.
I'm not one for strong, vinegar-y coleslaw recipes, as I grew up with the likes of Kentucky Fried Chicken.
For me, the cabbage should be finely chopped and the coleslaw should be coated in a rich dressing that I can practically slurp as I eat. Mission accomplished!
I love the sweet and tangy combination of ingredients in this recipe, as well as the creamy consistency.
What's even better is that it's sweetened with honey, and it's good for you!
Ingredients and substitutions
- Mayo - I use Chosen Foods avocado mayonnaise.
- Yogurt - I use full-fat plain yogurt, NOT Greek yogurt.
- Rice vinegar - This is the BEST vinegar for this recipe. I've tried others, and they're not nearly as good.
- Honey
- Dijon mustard
- Sea salt and pepper
- Cabbage, carrot, and scallions
Recipe steps
In a medium bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the dressing.
Next, add the cabbage, carrots, and scallions to a large bowl.
Finally, pour the dressing over the cabbage and toss until well-coated. Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes for best flavor.
Tips and tricks
Choose a yogurt that you like the taste of on its own.
It's important to refrigerate the coleslaw for the stated time prior to serving. This softens the cabbage and enhances the flavors.
Serve this coleslaw with our favorite chicken thigh recipe and a side of Parmesan Potato Wedges for a delicious meal!
Creamy Honey Coleslaw
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise I use Chosen Foods avocado mayo
- ½ cup plain yogurt I use a full-fat version
- 1 ½ Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2-3 teaspoons honey depending on how sweet you like it
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt you may need a bit more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ head green cabbage finely shredded; about six cups
- 2 small carrots grated
- 2 scallions chopped
Instructions
- Whisk the mayo, yogurt, vinegar, honey, Dijon, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage, carrots, and scallions and toss well.
- Taste and adjust honey and salt, if necessary.
- Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes for best taste.
Notes
Nutrition
If you have a chance to try this recipe, please leave a star rating and a comment below letting me know how you liked it!
Sammi Ricke
I cannot turn down coleslaw...even the mayo kind so this recipe is SO perfect for me! YUM! I can't wait to pair it with BBQ chicken or beef. {Happy dance} 😉
Laura
I'm not a big coleslaw maker but I'm going to save this recipe for someday when I want to. I really like it, just don't often eat it.
I searched and you're not far off, you're at the top of page three 🙂
Lauren
Hah! Thanks for looking Laura, that made me laugh. 🙂
Mary Ellen | VNutrition
I dream of the same thing, Lauren! I wish mine would pop up on page one. I have one recipe that does but that's only because it's a rare recipe that no one would ever search for lol!
This coleslaw looks so good. Great idea to use yogurt. Your pictures are so nice. 🙂
Thanks so much for linking up with us for Healthy Vegan Fridays! I’m Pinning and sharing!
Lauren
Haha! That's hilarious, I have similar recipes like that, so I know what you mean! Thanks for hosting HVF Mary Ellen! 🙂
kimmythevegan
I'm not actually a huge fan of coleslaw, but your seasoning sounds so good that I am sure I would like it. This would make a great lunch. And who knew coleslaw could be so pretty??
Angie
I am eating my second batch of this salad as I type, and I still can't believe how delicious it is!! I have *never* liked coleslaw, but for some reason, this just seemed so appealing when I stumbled upon it ---- veggies, healthy fats, yogurt...I thought it was worth a shot, and it was! Your recipe is perfect - I wouldn't change a single thing (and I'm the type who almost never follows a non-baking recipe to a T). I foresee making this at least once a week, it's so good, and I love how healthy it is... Thank you for your hard work, and for posting it!!
....now to finish my bowl *_*...
Lauren
Thanks Angie, I'm so happy you liked it! 😀
Joyce
Hi Lauren
I had some leftover chicken & the creamy coleslaw dressing. Put them together & made the most delicious chicken salad sandwich I ever had. This dressing can
Be quite versatile. Thanks. Joyce
Lauren Goslin
That sounds delicious, Joyce, my husband does something similar. I'm so glad you liked it, thanks for the rating and comment!