Creamy High Protein Creamy Coleslaw
High Protein Creamy Coleslaw is a fresh, crunchy cabbage salad tossed in a smooth cottage cheese dressing. This lighter version keeps the classic tangy flavor while adding protein and creaminess without heavy mayonnaise.
Ingredients
For the Coleslaw
- 1 bag 14 to 16 oz coleslaw mix cabbage and carrots or ½ head green cabbage finely shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Protein Dressing
- 1 cup full fat cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon celery seed
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Toss shredded cabbage with 1 teaspoon salt in a colander and let sit 20–30 minutes.
- Rinse quickly with cold water and squeeze out excess liquid.
- Blend cottage cheese, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, celery seed, and black pepper until smooth.
- Place cabbage in a bowl and toss with the dressing.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.