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Chunky Coleslaw with Poppy Seed Crunch

Vanlife Eats
Vegetarian
Crunchy, creamy, and unapologetically messy—this no-fuss slaw is a van fridge favourite. It’s a bold mix of fresh veg with a tangy-sweet dressing that doesn’t skimp on flavour. Ideal for BBQ sides, leftover wraps, or just eating straight out of the mixing bowl.
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10 Ingredients or less - Family friendly - Less washing-up - No cook - One-pan - Prep ahead
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dips / Sauces, Side Dish
Servings 8 Vanlifers
Diet Vegetarian

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Grater

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white cabbage shredded (about ¼ head)
  • 1 cup red cabbage shredded (about ¼ head)
  • 1 medium red onion finely shredded
  • 2 carrots grated or shredded
  • 2 celery sticks chopped
  • ¼ cup fennel bulb shredded
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp poppy seeds

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Vegetables
  • Shred the cabbages and red onion finely. Grate the carrots, chop the celery, and finely slice the fennel. Toss everything into a mixing bowl.
  • Make the Dressing
  • In a separate small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sugar, and poppy seeds until smooth and well combined.
  • Combine and Chill
  • Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables. Mix thoroughly to coat. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes if you can—this helps the flavours come together.

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Nutrition

Calories: 226kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 217mgPotassium: 141mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2709IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword bbq, coleslaw
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