Creamy Broccoli Slaw

This broccoli slaw is crunchy, fresh, and fast. Hands down, the ultimate potluck side dish! 

It’s cool and crisp, with sweet raisins and a creamy dressing that ties it all together. I toss in sunflower seeds for extra crunch. 

It pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, sandwiches, or straight from the bowl. 

And the best part? It just takes 10 minutes to prepare with a bag of slaw mix and pantry staples. 

It’s my go-to for potlucks and picnics, and it always steals the show. Seriously, people always ask me for the recipe.

Recipe Ingredients

For the Slaw:

• Broccoli Slaw Mix: A pre-shredded blend of broccoli stems, carrots, and cabbage. It’s crisp, colorful, and saves tons of prep time.

• Raisins: These add natural sweetness and chewy contrast to all that crunch. Regular or golden both work great.

• Sunflower Seeds: Nutty and crunchy with just the right amount of bite. Use roasted for extra flavor.

• Green Onions: Thinly sliced for a mild onion kick. They add color, freshness, and a hint of sharpness.

For the Dressing:

• Mayonnaise: The creamy base that brings the whole dressing together. Use full-fat for the richest flavor.

• Apple Cider Vinegar: Adds a bright, tangy bite that cuts through the richness of the mayo.

• Honey (or Sugar): A little sweetness goes a long way.

• Dijon Mustard: Brings a touch of sharpness that makes the dressing pop.

• Salt and Pepper: To season the dressing. Add to taste and adjust as needed.

How to Make Broccoli Slaw 

This fresh, flavorful broccoli slaw is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, and it's surprisingly easy to make.

1. Build the slaw base. Add slaw mix, raisins, sunflower seeds, and sliced green onions to a bowl. 

2. Make the dressing. In a separate bowl, whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, and mustard until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Toss to combine. Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss until evenly coated.

4. Chill and serve. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Stir again before serving. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Here are a few simple ways to make this slaw even better.

• Lighten it up. For a lighter dressing, use Greek yogurt in place of some or all of the mayo.
  
• Make it zesty. Add a splash of lemon juice for extra brightness.
  
• Want it tangier? Add more vinegar and mustard.
  
• Make it ahead. This slaw tastes better the next day! It also holds up well in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  
• Prefer DIY slaw? Combine 2 cups julienned broccoli stems, 1 cup shredded carrots, and 1/2 finely shredded small red cabbage.
  
• Toast the seeds. For extra flavor and crunch, toast the sunflower seeds. Just 3 to 5 minutes over medium heat, then let them cool before tossing them in.
  
• Fruit swap: Try dried cranberries or chopped apples instead of raisins for a new twist.
  
• Add protein. Toss in shredded rotisserie chicken to turn it into a light meal.

What to Serve with Broccoli Slaw 

This crunchy slaw is super versatile and goes with just about anything. Here are some of my favorites:

Slow Cooker Texas Pulled Pork

BBQ Chicken Sliders

Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken

Grilled Chicken Margherita

Jack Daniel’s Burger

How to Store 

To Store: Place leftover broccoli slaw in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. Stir again before serving.

To Make-Ahead: You can make the dressing up to 3 days ahead. Refrigerate it until it's time to assemble the slaw.