Paleo Broccoli Slaw

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This crunchy Paleo Broccoli Slaw is just the healthy side dish that you’ve been looking for. It has a tangy homemade dressing and comes together in just minutes.

Paleo Broccoli Slaw Recipe - Tastes of Lizzy T

One thing I’ve struggled with in my quest to eat healthier is side dishes. Our meals mostly consist of meat and veggies. I’ve got the meat down. But sides? They can get a little boring. Baked Potatoes. Grilled veggies. Fried potatoes. Steamed veggies. Salad. Although they taste delicious, they can get a little old when eaten day after day.

An even bigger problem comes in when we have to take a side dish to a picnic. I think every picnic I went to last summer, I took along a veggie tray. Again…boring. Yes, I could have taken one of our yummy pasta salads or macaroni salads, but those don’t quite fit the “paleo” label.

I needed a change, so I made it my goal this summer to take some of my favorite summer picnic side dishes and turn them into delicious paleo side dishes that we (even the kids!) loved.

This Paleo Broccoli Slaw was the first, and I was so happy with the results!

Traditional broccoli slaw salad is made with 2 ingredients I needed to switch up: Ramen noodles and sugar. I was fairly certain I could just leave the sugar out. But the ramen noodles? I needed to figure out how to replicate that flavor and the crunch.

I simply looked at the seasonings that are in Ramen noodle seasoning packets, spent some time adding and subtracting spices until I got a flavor that I liked. And for the crunch? I added sliced almonds.

Paleo Broccoli Slaw Recipe - Tastes of Lizzy T

It’s such a simple salad that you can have on the table in 10 minutes. It’s a Whole30 recipe that you can take to a picnic and actually enjoy. And your kids may even like it! I was surprised that my three didn’t mind this salad. Any way to introduce veggies in fun ways is my goal.

Paleo Broccoli Slaw Recipe - Tastes of Lizzy T

Need more Whole30 side dishes? You’ll love these!

This crunchy Paleo Broccoli Slaw is just the healthy side dish that you’ve been looking for. It has a tangy homemade dressing and comes together in just minutes.
This crunchy Paleo Broccoli Slaw is just the healthy side dish that you’ve been looking for. It has a tangy homemade dressing and comes together in just minutes.

Paleo Broccoli Slaw

4.80 from 5 votes
This crunchy Paleo Broccoli Slaw is just the healthy side dish that you’ve been looking for. It has a tangy homemade dressing and comes together in just minutes.
Servings 10
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

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Ingredients
 

  • 2 packages broccoli cole slaw 12 ounces each
  • 1/2 cup diced sweet vidalia onions
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dill weed
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup sliced almonds

Instructions
 

  • Place the broccoli cole slaw in a large bowl. Add the onions and mix. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl or shaker cup, combine the olive oil, vinegar and spices. Stir or shake well.
  • Pour the dressing over the colelsaw and stir to coat.
  • Just before serving, mix in the sliced almonds.
  • Store in an airtight container and refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition

Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 0.6mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 0.7mg
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Calories 91

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I'm Julie Clark, CEO and recipe developer of Tastes of Lizzy T. With my B.A. in Education and over 30 years of cooking and baking, I want to teach YOU the best of our family recipes.

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Patti
3 years ago

5 stars
This is a lovely recipe when you want the no mayo option of slaw. I used it with cut cabbage and shredded carrots rather than broccoli slaw — and it was delicious.

Mary Beth
3 years ago

This sounds so good and I want to make it for a bbq, but I bought toasted sliced almonds instead of just sliced almonds. Do you think they would work?

Lucia
4 years ago

5 stars
Made this slaw numerous times and everyone loves it. 👍🏻👍🏻

Debby
7 years ago

I just started looking for Paleo recipes. I would need the halve the vinegar. Otherwise, it was a nice combination of spices.

Arman @ thebigmansworld
8 years ago

Wow, all those herbs together sound absolutely perfect for the dressing! Turmeric AND paprika- Nice one!

Catherine
8 years ago

This salad is perfect for cookouts and summer gatherings. Great idea using broccoli for this. Love it! xo, Catherine