Try my easy Healthy Coleslaw recipe with Greek yogurt and store bought coleslaw for added convenience. It’s tangy, creamy and is perfect picnics, BBQs and potlucks.

And if you love coleslaw, try this vinegar coleslaw, Ukrainian dill coleslaw or my favorite coleslaw.

Healthy coleslaw in a bowl.

Healthy coleslaw made with store bought slaw mix and easy Greek yogurt dressing. Creamy, just a touch of mayo, simple, quick and delicious salad or side dish!

And if you slow cook a pot of healthy pulled pork, crockpot pulled BBQ chicken or make Instant Pot BBQ chicken, then top with this creamy coleslaw and serve on a fresh bun, everyone will love you even more. Trust me!

This healthy coleslaw recipe makes 6 servings as a side salad and about 12 pulled pork sandwiches.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Much lighter: The dressing gives coleslaw a bad rep. That is why we use mostly Greek yogurt with just a few tablespoons of mayo.
  • Easy to make: We save time and use pre-shredded cabbage from the grocery store.
  • Still flavorful: Despite replacing most of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt, it is very creamy and tasty.
  • Not soggy: Crispy, fresh and crunchy.

Ingredients for Healthy Coleslaw

Coleslaw mix, Greek yogurt, mayo, dill, salt and pepper.
  • Bagged slaw or shredded cabbage: For convenience, use 1 pound bag of store bought slaw. You can also shred about 6 cups of green cabbage or purple cabbage.
  • Yogurt: Plain Greek yogurt with fat content of 2% or regular yogurt with 3.5% fat yields the most creamy results.
  • Mayo: Any mayo will work and is a must for the classic taste. I use avocado oil mayonnaise but any works.
  • Dill or parsley: Fresh herbs take any dish to the next level.
  • Salt and pepper: To season.

How to Make Healthy Coleslaw

Step by step process how to make healthy coleslaw.
  1. Make the dressing: In a large bowl, add Greek yogurt, mayo, salt and pepper. Whisk into the dressing.
  2. Add veggies: Add coleslaw mix and fresh dill.
  3. Stir: Gently toss until combined, about 3-4 minutes. Usually tongs work the best!
  4. Chill: Refrigerate coleslaw salad for 5-30 minutes to allow flavors “to mingle”. Then toss again and serve.

Tips for Best Results

  • Don’t use non-fat yogurt: I tried using 0% yogurt and dressing was flat and chalky.
  • If you want it mayo free: You can omit mayonnaise and see if you like it.
  • For a large crowd: Buy bigger bag of cabbage and double the amount of coleslaw dressing.
  • For more vegetables: Add strips of colorful red bell pepper, peas, or even chopped celery.
  • Vegan: You could use a non dairy yogurt and vegan mayo but taste will change. And unless you can find a Greek non dairy yogurt dressing will be thinner in consistency.
Healthy coleslaw in a bowl with 2 forks. Ingredients on a countertop.

Serving Ideas

Coleslaw is so versatile!

How to Store and Make Ahead

Store: Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for up to 2 days. Give it a stir before serving.

Make ahead: Add all ingredients to a bowl and do not stir. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Combine when ready to serve.

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Healthy coleslaw with two forks in a bowl.
4.97 from 28 votes

Healthy Coleslaw

Try my easy Healthy Coleslaw recipe with Greek yogurt and store bought coleslaw for added convenience. It's tangy, creamy and is perfect picnics, BBQs and potlucks.
Prep: 10 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings as a salad or 12 in pulled pork sandwiches

Equipment

Ingredients 

  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt, 2% fat and higher
  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 pound bag coleslaw, 6 cups
  • 1/4 cup dill or parsley, finely chopped

Instructions 

  • In a large bowl, add Greek yogurt, mayo, salt and pepper. Whisk to combine.
  • Add coleslaw and dill. Gently toss until combined.
  • Refrigerate for 5-30 minutes to allow flavors "to mingle".
  • Serve cold as a salad or I highly recommend to make my healthy pulled pork and top with this slaw.
🎉 Last step! If you made this recipe, please leave a review and let us know what you think!

Notes

  • Store: Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Make ahead: Add all ingredients to a bowl and do not stir. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Combine when ready to serve.
  • Old recipe: I updated recipe in Dec 2020. If you like old no mayo coleslaw recipe, use for dressing: 3/4 cup whole plain yogurt, 2 tsp vinegar, 2 tsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp maple syrup and 3/4 tsp salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup, Calories: 97kcal, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 5mg, Sodium: 373mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 3g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Comments

  1. I’m a lifetime WW…. I used FF Mayo, and low-fat regular yogurt ( I get it free from family member that works for Dannon, just to use it up 😉). I did add tsp of honey…. Stay tuned… won’t try til tomorrow. Thank you!

  2. 5 stars
    I had sadly given up on this recipe after 3 attempts, with various yogurts, where I had to get rid of my whole coleslaw as I couldn’t bare the taste and texture of it.

    I’m so happy I tried again, I finally found the perfect combination for me, yay!!! This time I used Balkan 6% plain yogurt, avocado mayo and a bit of honey!

    So easy and delicious! It’s coming back often 🙂

  3. 5 stars
    This was fantastic! I am trying to lower my cholesterol so mayo is a no-no. I didn’t have high hopes since my regular coleslaw dressing is amazing (although now off-limits). It was sweet, tangy and tasty. Even my husband loved it. We will definitely be making this again!

  4. 5 stars
    I made it with 11% Organic Krema plain yogurt and OMG. I am patting myself on the back. So good, and while it may be higher in fat than 3.5%, it is still a simple low ingredient count dressing. HIGHLY recommend a higher fat count yogurt. Thanks for this!

  5. 4 stars
    Coleslaw turned out great! Substituted Turkey for pork in BBQ sand. for an even healthier option with low carb. wheat buns! Yum My family loved it.

  6. 5 stars
    I used Greek yogurt. This was my first time to have slaw with a pulled pork sandwich…I’m a believer now!! Wow! Amazing!

  7. 5 stars
    I frequently make coleslaw but never used anything but mayo. Your dressing made all the difference! Thanks!!

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