Creamy Broccoli Slaw (5-Minute Recipe)
Creamy, crunchy, tangy broccoli slaw made with bagged broccoli slaw mix, mayo, apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon, honey, and Dijon. A make-ahead coleslaw swap for cookouts, BBQ, sandwiches, and quick summer sides.
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 1/3 cup mayo
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional add-ins:
- 1/2 cup diced or julienned apple
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
Instructions
- Add the broccoli slaw mix to a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayo, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, ideally 1 to 2 hours, so the slaw softens slightly and absorbs the dressing.
- Stir and taste before serving; adjust salt, lemon, or honey as needed.
- Stir in apple, cranberries, almonds, or green onion just before serving.
- Serve chilled as a side or as a topping for BBQ chicken, pulled pork, burgers, or sandwiches.
Notes
- Use plain broccoli slaw mix, not a pre-dressed kit.
- For the best flavor, chill 1 to 2 hours before serving.
- Add fruit, nuts, and seeds right before serving so they keep their texture.
- For a lighter dressing, replace half the mayo with plain Greek yogurt.
- Best within 2 to 3 days, stored airtight in the fridge.
- A little water at the bottom as it sits is normal — just stir.
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