Finished lighter Irish Coleslaw in its familiar home-style presentation

A lower-calorie way to make Coleslaw

Coleslaw: salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving; the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom

Coleslaw: salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving. white cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, apples, Greek yoghurt. the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom.. This measured Irish recipe serves eight at about 285 kcal per portion.

285 kcalestimated/serving
150 kcal · 34%less than reference
50 minprep to plate
8 servingsrecipe yield

Coleslaw should remain recognisable after it is lightened. salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving. white cabbage, carrots, cider vinegar. the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. apples, Greek yoghurt, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, celery seed. the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving.

The change that makes it lightersalt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving; 24 g oil for eight portions; the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom.

What changes—and what stays

From a restaurant portion with unmeasured oil and sides often reaches 600–800 kcal to 285 calories

salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving; 24 g oil for eight portions; the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. apples, Greek yoghurt, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, celery seed. the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving.

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Core methodMore added fat or a heavier proportionsalt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving; 24 g oil for eight portions; the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom.apples, Greek yoghurt, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, celery seed. the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving.

How the flavor stays

apples, Greek yoghurt, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, celery seed. the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving.

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white cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, Dijon mustard, celery seed. salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving. Coleslaw.

Ingredients for 8

Measure first; timing is part of how this recipe uses less fat.

Coleslaw: salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving: white cabbage, red cabbage, carrots. Measure and prepare them so they cook evenly.
  • 700 gwhite cabbage
  • 450 gred cabbage
  • 300 gcarrots
  • 220 gapples
  • 160 gGreek yoghurt
  • 120 mlcider vinegar
  • 8 gDijon mustard
  • 10 gcelery seed

Method

Each step includes heat, a visible cue, and a recovery.

Coleslaw: salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving: white cabbage, red cabbage, carrots. Measure and prepare them so they cook evenly.
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Step 1 · follow the visible cue

Prepare the measured ingredients

salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving: white cabbage, red cabbage, carrots. Measure and prepare them so they cook evenly.

Look for: white cabbage, red cabbage, carrots: the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. They should be evenly sized and free of excess surface moisture.

Coleslaw: apples, Greek yoghurt, cider vinegar: the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. Combine them in the order that builds flavour without scorching.
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Step 2 · follow the visible cue

Build the defining flavour

apples, Greek yoghurt, cider vinegar: the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. Combine them in the order that builds flavour without scorching.

Look for: apples, Greek yoghurt, cider vinegar: salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving. Look for rounded aromas with no burnt specks or separated oil.

Coleslaw: Coleslaw — salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving; Dijon mustard, celery seed. Add them while controlling heat and moisture.
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Step 3 · follow the visible cue

Cook with controlled heat

Coleslaw — salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving; Dijon mustard, celery seed. Add them while controlling heat and moisture.

Look for: the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom; Dijon mustard, celery seed, Coleslaw. The final accents should remain visible and balanced.

Coleslaw: the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. Rest briefly, make one final texture check, and divide Coleslaw into eight portions.
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Step 4 · follow the visible cue

Finish and verify the texture

the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. Rest briefly, make one final texture check, and divide Coleslaw into eight portions.

Look for: Coleslaw: salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving; the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom. No unwanted water or fat should pool at the edge.

Measured ingredients and four visible cooking stages for Coleslaw
AI-generated instructional imagery; it is not evidence of a physical kitchen test.

Calories at the same serving size

a restaurant portion with unmeasured oil and sides often reaches 600–800 kcal435 kcal
This recipe285 kcal

150 kcal · 34% lower estimated

The estimate uses the listed ingredients divided into 8 servings. Brand labels, trimming, and the amount left in the pan can change the result.

285 kcalCalories
18gProtein
39gCarbs
7gFat

Keep the leftovers in the same spirit

Cool Coleslaw promptly and refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Reheat only the needed portion until piping hot, keeping crisp or fresh parts separate.

Cool Coleslaw promptly and refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Reheat only the needed portion until piping hot, keeping crisp or fresh parts separate.

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare Coleslaw ahead?

Yes. Prepare and chill the base in advance, but complete the final cooking, crisping, or dressing close to serving so the intended texture is preserved. Cool Coleslaw promptly and refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Reheat only the needed portion until piping hot, keeping crisp or fresh parts separate.

Does the calorie estimate for Coleslaw include sides?

No. It covers one of eight portions made from the listed measured ingredients; drinks, bread, rice, sauces, and other sides are counted separately. salt the cabbage briefly, squeeze it dry, and dress just before serving; 24 g oil for eight portions; the shreds bend yet remain crisp with no liquid at the bottom..

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285kcal
C 39gP 18gF 7g
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Ingredients
  • white cabbage700 g
  • red cabbage450 g
  • carrots300 g
  • apples220 g
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Published and last reviewed: August 25, 2026

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