A Bracing Slaw for Winter

Hearty slaws are built on a foundation of shredded crucifers, brassicas, and root vegetables—think cabbages, kales, broccoli, carrots, and Brussels sprouts.
A Bracing Slaw for Winter
Because the greens are sturdy, this slaw holds its shape and stays crisp for up to two days in the refrigerator—ideal for make-ahead meals. Photo by Lynda Balslev for Tastefood
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There’s no better time than winter to enjoy a vibrant coleslaw. Slaws aren’t just picnic or barbecue fare; crunchy, hearty versions shine in the colder months. Winter slaws rely on sturdy, seasonal produce that delivers both texture and nourishment when we need it most.

Hearty slaws are built on a foundation of shredded crucifers, brassicas, and root vegetables—think cabbages, kales, broccoli, carrots, and Brussels sprouts. These ingredients are naturally in season throughout the winter and are packed with essential vitamins and nutrients. Topped with bright winter citrus juice or a punchy vinaigrette and finished with grains, nuts, or seeds, a winter slaw offers layers of flavor, texture, and substance.

Lynda Balslev
Lynda Balslev
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Lynda Balslev is a cookbook author, food and travel writer, and recipe developer based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she lives with her Danish husband, two children, a cat, and a dog. Balslev studied cooking at Le Cordon Bleu Ecole de Cuisine in Paris and worked as a personal chef, culinary instructor, and food writer in Switzerland and Denmark. Copyright 2026 Lynda Balslev. Distributed by Andrews McMeel Syndication.