Sunday, August 14, 2011

German Coleslaw

This is the most delicious coleslaw recipe around.  I wish it were fat-free/sugar-free but it isn't.  Luckily, I have been able to adjust some of the ingredients to make it a bit healthier than its deli counterpart.

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium head of green cabbage, finely shredded (8-10 cups)
  • 1 medium head of purple cabbage, finely shredded (8-10 cups)
  • 5 diced green onions
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar (or for a sugar-free option, substitute with 1 3/4 teaspoons pure Stevia powder)
  • 1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
  • 3 teaspoons celery seed
  • 3 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (this is a necessary part of the recipe, don't skimp!)
  • 1/3 cup dried blueberries (optional)
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries (optional)


In a large bowl, combine cabbage, onions, and dried fruit.  In a saucepan, mix sugar, vinegar, celery seed, salt and Stevia; bring to a rolling boil.  Add the oil; return to boiling until sugar dissolves.  Pour over cabbage mixture; toss gently.  Chill until served.

As a side note, this is best if its been chilled overnight.  That said, it's also good served warm.  Enjoy!

Nutrition Info (3/4 cup serving)
109 Calories 61 calories w/ sugar free version
4.8 g fat 4.8 g fat w/ sugar free version
16.5 g carbs 4.2 g carbs w/ sugar free version
0.9 g protein 0.8 g protein w/ sugar free version