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Raw Broccoli Slaw with Chia Balsamic Vinaigrette

May 27, 2014 by lauren.kelly 45 Comments

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Move over pasta salad, this broccoli salad is light and healthy for all of your summer barbecues.

Raw Broccoli Slaw with Chia Balsamic Vinaigrette from Lauren Kelly Nutrition

I just love summer.  I crave salads and lighter dishes but many of the macaroni and pasta salads have mayonnaise based dressings.  Besides the fact that I despise mayo (like I seriously loathe it) but those type of dressings don’t exactly survive in the warm weather.  They spoil quickly since they are made with eggs so I always try to make salads with light dressings.  Did I mention how much I hate those creamy dressings?

This salad is vegan and packed with lots of vitamins, minerals and nutrients.  Most of you know how much I love chia seeds and besides have tons of antioxidants in the dressing, they also add an extra crunchy texture.

Raw Broccoli Slaw with Chia Balsamic Vinaigrette | Lauren Kelly Nutrition
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Raw Broccoli Slaw with Chia Balsamic Vinaigrette

Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 bag of broccoli slaw itโ€™s just raw shredded broccoli and carrots
  • 1 cup fuji apple cord and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons of dried cranberries unsweetened
  • 1 kiwi peeled and sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded & chopped
  • FOR THE DRESSING:
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon oil of your choice I used olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Chia seed ground
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 large garlic clove finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves diced
  • extra chia seeds for topping

Instructions

  1. Take a clean, empty jar or tupperware with a lid and add the mustard, balsamic vinegar, oil, salt, chia seed and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Add a the chopped garlic along with the fresh basil leaves.
  3. Cover the jar and shake well to blend. Set aside.
  4. Place broccoli slaw in large bowl. Add chopped apple, kiwi and pepper. Mix it all together. Top with cranberries. Mix again. Add dressing just before serving.

This salad is so easy to make.  I cheated and bought the bag of pre-sliced broccoli and carrot slaw from Trader Joe’s  It saves a ton of time.  Why not?  With three little kids at home, I am always trying to find ways to simplify.

Raw Broccoli Slaw with Chia Balsamic Vinaigrette from Lauren Kelly Nutrition

 I bet sliced almonds would be really delicious in here too.  Maybe next time. ๐Ÿ˜‰  I make this A LOT in the summer.  My 4 year old calls it “The Crunchy Salad”  and LOVES when he finds those cranberries!  Now if only my oldest would just TRY it…

Raw Broccoli Slaw with Chia Balsamic Vinaigrette | Lauren Kelly Nutrition

I hope you enjoy this! Happy Summer!

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Filed Under: Gluten Free, Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wheat Free Tagged With: chia salad dressing, healthy, meatless meal, salad, side dish, summer salad, vegan, vegetarian

Comments

  1. Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living says

    May 27, 2014 at 1:07 pm

    This sounds like such a great summer salad – love the chia seeds in the dressing! So great meeting you at BlogHer Food!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 5:20 pm

      Thanks so much Jeanette!! XO

      Reply
  2. Amy @Very Culinary says

    May 27, 2014 at 1:46 pm

    So, I’m completely obsessed with chia seeds. I discovered them a couple months ago and use them in pudding and smoothies every day – love that I now have another recipe to use them in!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 5:20 pm

      I LOVE my chia Amy! You are not alone ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  3. Carolyn says

    May 27, 2014 at 1:58 pm

    I heart this recipe so much, Lauren!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 5:20 pm

      Thanks Carolyn! Me too ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  4. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says

    May 27, 2014 at 2:01 pm

    I love broccoli slaw! The addition of a chia balsamic vinaigrette is just genius!

    Reply
  5. Liz says

    May 27, 2014 at 2:12 pm

    What a terrific combo of fruits and veggies! A must make salad!!!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      Thanks so much Liz ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  6. Martha @ A Family Feast says

    May 27, 2014 at 2:42 pm

    We have a bag of chia seeds in our cabinet and are always looking for new ways to use them! Great salad and vinaigrette!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      Thanks so much Martha! I love my chia ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  7. Regina says

    May 27, 2014 at 3:50 pm

    I am having this tonight for dinner.

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      Thats wonderful Regina, I hope you like it!

      Reply
  8. [email protected] says

    May 27, 2014 at 4:26 pm

    I love the pre-cut slaw from Trader Joes and love it saves me time too! I never tried chia seed in my dressing but wow I love it Lauren!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 5:18 pm

      Thank you Brenda! I love anything that saves time ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  9. Angela @ Mind Over Batter says

    May 27, 2014 at 4:46 pm

    Such a terrific combination! And I love this dressing! Just LOVE it!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 5:18 pm

      Thank you Angela ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  10. Ginny McMeans says

    May 27, 2014 at 4:46 pm

    What a fantastic slaw!!! The Fuji apples are perfect and I love all the fruit. Very nice dressing too.

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 5:18 pm

      Thank you Ginny! It’s my favorite!

      Reply
  11. Jeanine says

    May 27, 2014 at 5:06 pm

    This looks great, Lauren! I think I will add this to dinner tonight, since I have everything.

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 5:17 pm

      Thanks Jeanine! I hope you like it ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  12. Paula - bell'alimento says

    May 27, 2014 at 7:54 pm

    You had me at balsamic. And Chia. Okay you just had me.

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 10:16 pm

      LOL!! You made me smile Paula, thank you!!

      Reply
  13. Colleen (Souffle Bombay) says

    May 27, 2014 at 8:00 pm

    Love the uniqueness of both the salad & the dressing!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 10:15 pm

      Thanks Colleen!! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  14. Marjory @ Dinner-Mom says

    May 27, 2014 at 8:22 pm

    Great recipe…and yet another great way to use the powerhouse chia seeds!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 10:15 pm

      Thank you Marjory! I LOVE chia ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  15. Susan says

    May 27, 2014 at 9:54 pm

    I’m with you, I’m a mayo hater too! Love the dressing on this and using broccoli instead of the usual cabbage.

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 27, 2014 at 10:15 pm

      Thanks Susan! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  16. Lana @ Never Enough Thyme says

    May 27, 2014 at 11:17 pm

    What a lovely salad! Crunchy with a little sweetness. Perfect for summer.

    Reply
  17. Jessica (Savory Experiments) says

    May 28, 2014 at 12:15 am

    I’ve heard so much about chia seeds, but have yet to try them. You’ve inspired me!

    Reply
  18. Sarah Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella) says

    May 28, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    I love vinaigrette based salads (I also am not a big mayo fan). This looks great!

    Reply
  19. Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic says

    May 28, 2014 at 9:47 pm

    I’m with you–I loathe mayo and most creamy dressings. Just, ick! I’m a huge fan of broccoli slaw and chia seeds though, so your salad is a super winner with me!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 28, 2014 at 9:51 pm

      Thanks so much Kirsten! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  20. kellie @ The Suburban Soapbox says

    May 29, 2014 at 12:42 am

    I love broccoli slaw and you made it better with chia seeds!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 30, 2014 at 11:31 am

      Thanks Kellie ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  21. Nutmeg Nanny says

    May 29, 2014 at 1:36 pm

    I love broccoli slaw. I honestly think it’s even better than cabbage slaw.

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 30, 2014 at 11:31 am

      I think it is, hands down!! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  22. Connie | URBAN BAKES says

    May 30, 2014 at 3:44 am

    I think you saved my life! I’m not the biggest fan of broccoli and the fact that I don’t see that bush, makes me want to give this a try. This looks really good!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      May 30, 2014 at 11:30 am

      Oh that’s awesome Connie! I really hope you like it ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  23. Cindy says

    June 3, 2014 at 5:33 pm

    I made this the other night and it was a big hit! I love that TJ has the bagged broccoli salad, healthy and easy.

    Reply
  24. steve says

    June 13, 2014 at 5:47 pm

    this was delicious and your pictures look amazing!!

    Reply
    • lauren.kelly says

      June 13, 2014 at 6:25 pm

      Aw thank you!!

      Reply

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