Mediterranean Coleslaw with Tangy Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette: A Fresh, Zesty Twist on a Classic Salad

This Mediterranean Coleslaw with Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette is the ideal recipe if you’re searching for a light, zesty side dish with a Mediterranean flavour. This coleslaw is a healthier and lighter alternative to classic creamy variations, combining crisp cabbage, colourful bell peppers, and salty feta with a zesty lemon garlic vinaigrette. It’s perfect as a refreshing stand-alone dinner or as a side dish with grilled meats and picnics. It’s a tasty, guilt-free complement to any meal because of the Mediterranean flavours.

Ingredients:

Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

Salad:

• • 16 oz. coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 can (2.25 oz.) sliced black olives, drained
  • 1/2 jar (12 oz.) banana pepper rings, draine
  • 2 oz. feta cheese, crumbled

Directions:
Get the vinaigrette ready: Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar and whisk until well blended. Put aside.
Combine the salad: Combine the chopped red bell pepper, chopped parsley, sliced black olives, banana pepper rings, and coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots) in a big bowl.

Include the feta: Over the salad mixture, crumble the feta cheese and toss gently to blend.
Toss the salad: Toss everything together until the veggies are equally covered after adding the lemon garlic vinaigrette to the salad.
Before serving, chill: Before serving, let the coleslaw rest in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes to enable the flavours to mingle. Savour it cold!
In summary:
Full of vibrant flavours, this Mediterranean cole slaw is a tasty and nutritious side dish. The crispness of the cabbage and the smoothness of the feta are well complemented by the zesty tang from the lemon garlic vinaigrette. This Mediterranean-inspired coleslaw will be a favourite whether you’re looking for a colourful salad for a cookout, a cool side dish for supper, or simply a healthy, light meal!