Weight Watchers Coleslaw

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Weight Watchers Coleslaw is the perfect salad recipe for summer parties, potlucks, or snacks. It’s best for anyone looking for nutritious and flavorful food. This coleslaw is a classic American salad recipe made with grated cabbage, carrots, and creamy salad dressing. The traditional recipe for this salad contains a high amount of fat, calories, and sugar. That’s why we have created a Weight Watchers version of coleslaw that is low in calories (77 kcal), fat (2.3 grams), and sugar (7.6 grams). However, it is rich in taste and nutrients. The good feature of this Weight Watchers Coleslaw is that it is prepared without cooking any item. Mix the grated vegetables in a dish and mix it in a salad dressing. Then combine all items in a dish.  Let’s prepare this yummy salad with the directions (listed below).

Equipment:

  • Large Dish
  • One mixing bowl
  • One spoon

Ingredients:

For Coleslaw:

  • Freshly grated cabbage 4 cups
  • Shredded medium-sized carrot 1
  • Fresh Chopped Cilantro 1.5 tablespoon

Salad Dressing:

  • 1 cup of Nonfat plain Greek Yogurt
  • Pure Honey 3 tbsps, lightly heated
  • Light Mayo 1/4 cup
  • Celery seed 1/4 tsp
  • Crushed White Pepper 1/4 tsp
  • White distilled vinegar 2 1/2 tbsp
  • Table Salt 3/4 tsp
  • Onion Powder 1/4 tsp

For garnish:

These items are optional.

  • Sesame seeds
  • Chopped Cilantro
  • Slices of lime

Instructions:

  1. Add grated carrots, cabbage, and cilantro to a large dish.
  2. Next, pour seasonings and salad dressing items into another bowl.
  3. Add table salt, plain Greek yogurt, white pepper, distilled vinegar, light mayo, onion powder, and celery seeds in another bowl.
  4. Now, add pure honey to this mixture. Then, use a spoon to stir well.
  5. After that, in the coleslaw toss the grated carrot and cabbage dressing until they are all coated.
  6. The tasty Weight Watchers Coleslaw is ready.
  7. Put this bowl in the fridge for sixty to ninety minutes.
  8. Check its flavor before serving.
  9. Season it with more honey, vinegar, or salt based on your taste.

Variations and Substitutions:

Mayo-free:

  • If you don’t want to use any at all, you may easily substitute the equivalent amount of Greek yogurt for the light mayo.

Replacement of mayo:

  • The mayo can also be substituted with Miracle Whip or light sour cream.

Onions:

  • We can include chopped green or white onions as a garnish or mix in coleslaw.

Mustard:

  • If you want a sharper flavor, you can add a small amount of mustard, either dry mustard or Dijon mustard.

Sweetener:

  • Maple syrup or agave nectar can also be used to sweeten the yogurt and counterbalance its tangy and acidity.

White distilled vinegar:

  • It is the key ingredient that adds a sharp and tangy flavor to the salad. You can replace it with other varieties of vinegar such as seasoned rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar, sherry vinegar, white wine vinegar, or sherry vinegar.

Cabbage:

  • Add different colors of cabbage like purple, red, or green.

Serving Ideas:

You can enjoy this nutritious coleslaw with summer party snacks or meat. The following are some suggestions.

BBQ:

  • Serve this tasty coleslaw with pulled pork sandwiches, pasta salad, grilled meats, pickled onions, potato salad, corn on the cob, pasta salad, and cheesy macaroni are all great accompaniments to a classic BBQ feast.

Grilled Chicken:

  • Pair this side dish with a grilled chicken breast or grilled chicken sandwich.

Sandwiches:

  • Enjoy it with an Air Fryer fried shrimp sandwich, Tuna melt, Air Fryer chicken sandwich, and Turkey club.

Burgers:

  • This salad goes well with Salmon burgers, veggie burgers, and Turkey burgers.

Grilled Seafood:

  • It is accompanied by grilled lobster tails, grilled salmon kebabs, and grilled crab legs.

Tips:

  • The honey dissolves more readily in the salad dressing when it is lightly warmed. It can curdle the Greek yogurt, so avoid overheating the honey
  • Before serving, you can whisk a spoon of Greek yogurt to retain the moisture level.
  • Choose a low-calorie salad dressing to maintain the point values.
  • I suggest you use only red or green cabbage which are lower in calories and higher in fiber compared to other types of cabbages.
  • Add different colorful vegetables like grated carrots, bell peppers, or onions.
  • You can use a food processor to grate the cabbage and carrots.
  • Experiment with different spices including paprika, cumin, or chili powder.

Storage Information:

Fridge:

  • Pack the remaining coleslaw in a closed box and refrigerate it for 4 to 5 days.

Freezer:

  • You can freeze this dish for 2 to 3 months. The texture and flavor may be slightly changed due to the Greek yogurt and vinegar.

FAQs:

Is coleslaw healthy or unhealthy?

  • Coleslaw may be beneficial to your health. The cabbage adds vitamins and fiber, but the creamy salad dressing has high levels of sugar and fat. For a healthier alternative, customize it in a lighter dressing version.

Can I add pre-grated coleslaw?

  • Yes, you can use pre-grated coleslaw mixture for your convenience. But it contains an amount of sodium, sugar, and artificial elements that are harmful to the development of our body. Instead of this, you can prepare the coleslaw at home.

Can I add fruits to this salad?

  • Add chopped or sliced size apples, berries, or grapes to your coleslaw for natural sweetness.

Nutritional Facts Per Serving Amount:

Serving Size 1/2 cup, approx to 108 g
Total Amount 9 people
Total Calories 77 kcal
Carbohydrates 11 g
Protein 3.5 g
Dietary Fiber 1.6
Sugar 7.6 g
Total Fat 2.3 g
Sodium 346 mg
Iron 0.4 mg

The Total Weight Watchers Points Per Serving is only one (1).