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Nourishing Coleslaw

April 17, 2020 by elkeliving 3 Comments

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nourishing coleslaw

I’ve never been a fan of coleslaw. The idea of mayo and sugar on cabbage well let’s just say didn’t excite me, but this nourishing coleslaw made me a forever lover of coleslaw!

When I was going to school I waited tables in a little small-town diner. I found myself working in these diners quite a bit, but this one was different. This guy had been to Culinary school and man could he cook! He made a Coleslaw that I would dream about, it was soooo good!

making healthy coleslaw

Through the years I’ve become more and more health-conscious, so this recipe was made to be like a side of medicine to my family’s bodies and in my opinion, that’s just what it is.

Nourishing Cole Slaw Benefits

  • Cabbage is full of vitamins, c, k, potassium, calcium, and manganese!
  • It’s also anti-inflammatory which is great news since inflammation is at the root cause of most every disease.
  • Another benefit of cabbage is that it has dietary fiber which helps fight constipation.
  • Cabbage is full of antioxidants that can help fight off free radicals.
  • Great for women’s health because it can help maintain estrogen balances.

nourishing coleslaw

The dressing also has amazing benefits!

  • Lemon- Lemon can help with radiant skin, its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, analgesic, oral health, and cancer preventive!
  • ACV- Apple Cider Vinegar can help with many things like improve digestion, heart health, aids in heartburn, reduces bloating and much more!

nourishing coleslaw

How can I make this recipe my own?

Here are some things you can add or replace to make this recipe suit you!

  • Replace the lemon with lime.
  • Add in a fresh clove of garlic or two. (I do this if there are any colds in the house.)
  • Shred in a fresh carrot.
  • If you like your coleslaw sweet you can add in a tablespoon or two of your choice of sweetener.

For other salad recipes check out this Roasted Beet Salad!

nourishing coleslaw

nourishing coleslaw
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Nourishing coleslaw

This healthy version of coleslaw is absolutely delicious! This coleslaw is seasoned with lemon, vinegar, and olive oil!
Prep Time20 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: coleslaw without mayo, easy coleslaw recipe, nourishing coleslaw, vinegar based coleslaw
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 small head of purple or green cabbage shredded
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup braggs apple cider vinegar or more for flavor depending on the size of the cabbage
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt or pink salt or more to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper or more to taste.

Instructions

  • On a mandolin or a grater, grate one head of cabbage.
  • In a small bowl mix together dressing ingredients.
  • Pour over shredded cabbage.
  • Mix everything well. Let sit for about 15 min. Then serve.
  • If cabbage sits to long the water will release from the cabbage and you will need to add a bit more salt and a splash of vinegar or lemon juice.

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  1. Sorina

    September 15, 2017 at 8:35 pm

    I’ve had this salad made by my nana and sometimes for a change, she added fine chopped fresh dill.

    Reply
    • elkeliving

      September 15, 2017 at 8:49 pm

      I bet that would taste great in it! I love fresh dill!?

      Reply

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    March 27, 2017 at 11:18 pm

    […] another doesn’t like that. Yes, my kids will eat a salad, and even get excited when I make Nourishing Cole Slaw, but we don’t always  get the recommended 2-3 cups of veggies a day. Greens are at the top […]

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