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A summer classic turned healthy, this Healthy Coleslaw Recipe ditches the mayo and adds avocado, greek yogurt, and more! Healthy. Gluten Free. Vegetarian. Delicious!

A summer classic turned healthy, this Healthy Coleslaw Recipe ditches the mayo and adds avocado, greek yogurt, and more! Healthy. Gluten Free. Vegetarian. Delicious! showmetheyummy.comI <3 coleslaw.

I especially <3 coleslaw during the hot summer months, because what’s better than cold, crunchy, deliciousness when it’s a million degrees outside?!

I don’t, however, <3 coleslaw that’s dripping in calories (*cough cough* gobs of MAYO).

Ok. That’s a lie.

I do.

BUT there’s a time and a place for that, and I thought we could all use a little Healthy Coleslaw Recipe in our lives, yes?

YES!

THIS coleslaw may not be dripping in calories, but it’s absolutely LOADED with flavor.

A fave summer treat made healthier . . .

Can I get a *woot* *woot*?!

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I’ve been on a real avocado kick lately.

Instead of using oil or mayo, I’ve been trying to use avocado instead!

Again, I LOVE oil and mayo, but sometimes I want something healthier, and avocado has been a great option!

It all started with my avocado pesto – instead of using oil as the fat in the recipe, I used avocado, and oh my gosh you can’t even tell and it’s SO delicious and creamy.

Then, I had a hankering for some coleslaw – I needed a topping for my Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches <– recipe coming Monday!!! – but I didn’t have any mayo on hand.

I did, however, have an avocado.

I said “what the heck”, gave it a try, and letmetellyou, I’m officially MORE in love with avocados (if that’s even possible).

There are two parts to today’s recipe:

The Base

  • Pre-packaged coleslaw
  • Pre-shredded cabbage
  • Sliced green onions

The Sauce

  • Avocado
  • Non fat plain greek yogurt
  • Jalapeno
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Garlic
  • a TOUCH of olive oil (for flavor)
  • Honey
  • Salt/pep

Toss the base in a bowl, whirl the sauce together in your favorite food processor, combine everything together and throw it in the fridge until ready to use.

That’s it!

The result is a healthy coleslaw that’s loaded with creamy goodness, flavor, and texture!

My favorite way to use it is as a topping for…

Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches <– coming soon!

Burgers

Tacos

All the grilled things

Oh yeah

And on a spoon! 😉

– Jennifer

How would YOU use this healthy coleslaw? Show Me the Yummy! 

A summer classic turned healthy, this Healthy Coleslaw Recipe ditches the mayo and adds avocado, greek yogurt, and more! Healthy. Gluten Free. Vegetarian. Delicious! showmetheyummy.com

Healthy Coleslaw Recipe

5 from 1 vote
A summer classic turned healthy, this Healthy Coleslaw Recipe ditches the mayo and adds avocado, greek yogurt, and more! Healthy. Gluten Free. Vegetarian. Delicious!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Yield: 4 people
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Ingredients

Coleslaw

  • 1 1/2 cups pre-packaged coleslaw (shredded cabbage with carrots)
  • 1 1/2 cups pre-shredded purple cabbage
  • 3 Green onions sliced (just the white/light green part)

Sauce

  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1/4 cup non fat plain greek yogurt
  • 1/2 jalapeño roughly chopped and de-seeded for a more mild flavor
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon honey
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Toss together coleslaw, cabbage, and green onions in a large bowl.
  • Place sauce ingredients into food processor and process until smooth.
  • Pour sauce over the slaw and toss to combine.
  • Store covered, in fridge, until ready to use!
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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Healthy Coleslaw Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 111 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 1mg0%
Sodium 22mg1%
Potassium 290mg8%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 545IU11%
Vitamin C 35.4mg43%
Calcium 52mg5%
Iron 0.7mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Note: Nutritional information is estimated and varies based on products used.

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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Author: Jennifer Debth

A summer classic turned healthy, this Healthy Coleslaw Recipe ditches the mayo and adds avocado, greek yogurt, and more! Healthy. Gluten Free. Vegetarian. Delicious! showmetheyummy.com

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    • Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy

      Eventually, probably! This didn’t last long in our house though, so I don’t remember noticing any browning!

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  2. Patricia Colaneri

    5 stars
    Just love this healthy coleslaw! So-o-o much tastier than that other “stuff”! I threw in some raisins and the contrast in flavors was great. Of course, I’ll add raisins wherever possible.

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  3. Marilyn

    I just made this and I love it…had to use sour cream did not have plain yogurt….. right off the spoon no coleslaw required mmmm
    Thank you x

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  6. Melissa Novotny

    This slaw seems so good – and yes, I love the alliteration in the title 😉 – and those photos have a incredibly amazing light!!

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  8. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

    Wow! This slaw sounds delicious! I love that you’ve made it healthier. I know I’ll love the avocado in this.

    Reply