Craving a salad that's not just another boring side dish? Prepare to be amazed by this Broccoli Apple Slaw with Lemon Garlic Dressing - a culinary masterpiece that combines crisp, fresh ingredients with a zesty dressing that will make your taste buds dance! This recipe is a perfect blend of nutrition and flavor, offering a quick, no-cook solution for those seeking a delicious and healthy meal in just 15 minutes.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli slaw
- 1 apple, julienned
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the fresh ingredients by washing the broccoli slaw mix thoroughly in cold water and draining completely.
- Julienne the apple into thin, uniform matchstick-sized pieces, ensuring to remove the core beforehand. To prevent browning, you can toss the apple pieces with a little lemon juice.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, remaining lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk the ingredients until smooth and well-incorporated to create the dressing.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the broccoli slaw, julienned apple, raisins, and sliced almonds.
- Pour the prepared lemon garlic dressing over the slaw mixture and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Cover the slaw and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld together and slightly chill the salad.
- Before serving, give the slaw a quick toss and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or light lunch accompaniment.
Tips
- Ingredient Prep Secrets: Always ensure your broccoli slaw is completely dry after washing to prevent a watery salad. Use a salad spinner or pat dry with paper towels.
- Apple Browning Prevention: Toss your julienned apple pieces with a bit of lemon juice immediately after cutting to maintain their fresh, crisp appearance.
- Dressing Hack: For maximum flavor, let the dressing sit for 5 minutes before mixing to allow the garlic to infuse its flavor fully.
- Make-Ahead Magic: This slaw actually tastes even better after chilling for an hour, so it's perfect for meal prep or potlucks.
- Customize Your Crunch: Feel free to swap almonds with sunflower seeds or add some pumpkin seeds for extra texture and nutrition.
- Serving Suggestion: For a complete meal, consider adding grilled chicken or tofu to transform this slaw into a protein-packed lunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 165kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 3mg
