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One of my favorite summer staples is coleslaw! I have spent years perfecting the *perfect* classic coleslaw recipe – and it is just amazing.

Zucchini Coleslaw :: Delicious Obesessions

But I have been working through thyroid issues over the years, and while goitrogens like cabbage don’t affect everyone, I do feel like I slow down a bit when I have raw goitrogens. I let myself splurge on classic coleslaw a couple of times a summer and call it good.

Zucchini Coleslaw :: Delicious Obesessions

A couple of years ago I was pouting about not being able to have coleslaw one weekend, so I tried re-creating the coleslaw using veggies I could handle raw.

Zucchini Coleslaw :: Delicious Obesessions

The garden was full of zucchini so that is what I rolled with! At the time I had a simple julienne peeler, and it made the perfect sized strips of zucchini to mimic a coleslaw. I love that little julienne peeler and used it for years (it is nice for making small strips of veggies for little ones!). This spring, however, I purchased a spiralizer, and I’m just in love! Either tool works great though, and you are going to really enjoy this zucchini coleslaw!

Zucchini Coleslaw :: Delicious Obesessions

The dressing for my classic coleslaw can stand on its own – it is amazingly delicious! You can pour it over a simple salad, spread it on a wrap, or use as a veggie dip!

Zucchini Coleslaw :: Delicious Obesessions

Even if you aren’t avoiding goitrogens like a cabbage coleslaw, this one is a great idea to change things up a bit – and use up all that garden zucchini!

Zucchini Coleslaw :: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Option // deliciousobsessions.com

Zucchini Coleslaw :: Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Dairy-Free Option

Yield: 6 Servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

The dressing for my classic coleslaw can stand on its own – it is amazingly delicious! You can pour it over a simple salad, spread it on a
wrap, or use as a veggie dip!

Ingredients

  • 4 large or 6 smaller zucchini, julienne peeled or spiralized
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 2 carrots, shredded
  • ½ cup whole sour cream (If you are dairy-free use coconut yogurt or a high-quality mayo
  • 1 TB lemon juice
  • 1 TB raw honey
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ⅛ cayenne pepper (optional if you don’t like the kick!)
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Put the julienned zucchini and the sliced onion in a strainer with the sea salt and combine. Let this mixture drain for a few minutes while you put the dressing together. The salt draws out the water in the zucchini and onions – your coleslaw will be too runny if you don’t do this. This should also be enough salt to season the dish – you could add more at the end if you need it to taste.
  2. Whisk the sour cream, lemon juice, honey, and seasonings in a small mixing bowl to make the dressing.
  3. Use a paper towel to gently dab/squeeze out the water from the draining zucchini/onion mixture.
  4. Put the zucchini, onion, and carrots in a serving bowl, pour the dressing over top, and combine.
  5. Refrigerate leftovers up to a week.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 105Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 39mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 3gSugar: 10gProtein: 4g

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So tell me! Have you ever altered a recipe to make it work with what makes you feel best? Come back to let me know how you like the coleslaw if you give it a shot!

This Zucchini Coleslaw Helps You Eat the Rainbow! (+ Special Coupon Code)

As you guys know, I am a huge fan of all things veggies. If there was just one single thing that I could tell people to do to improve their health, it would be to eat more vegetables. An increased intake of veggies helps boost your nutrition and your health in ways that you simply cannot achieve elsewhere. Science continues to explore and show how the antioxidants and phytonutrients in fruits and veggies can “talk” directly to our genes and help alter genetic expression. It’s truly fascinating and I want to help you improve your health and your life with Nature’s miracle “drug.”

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