By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 1, 2026
Serves 6
181 cal · 15 min
Fruit Cole Slaw
Recipe GLPR9d288d8e90724e
A refreshing and colorful salad combining shredded cabbage with sweet canned fruit cocktail, creamy yogurt, and a bright citrus-honey dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or healthy summer salad.
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Ingredients
1/2 head cabbage, shredded
1 can (15 ounces) fruit cocktail in juice, drained
1 cup non-fat plain yogurt
1 lemon, juice and zest
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup vinegar
1 banana, sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before preparing the salad.
Rinse the cabbage head and remove the outer leaves. Using a sharp knife or mandoline, shred the cabbage into thin, uniform pieces until you have approximately 2 quarts.
Drain the canned fruit cocktail over a colander, reserving the fruit and discarding the juice.
In a small bowl, whisk together the non-fat yogurt, honey, vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until well combined and smooth.
Place the shredded cabbage in a large serving bowl. Add the drained fruit cocktail and sliced banana.
Pour the yogurt dressing over the cabbage and fruit mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly with a large spoon or salad tongs until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. If made ahead, store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours to maintain the crispness of the cabbage.
Comments
Every ingredient here is a staple at any Charlotte grocer—cabbage, canned fruit cocktail, yogurt, lemon, honey, vinegar, banana, salt, and pepper are all standard stock at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Walmart, or ALDI. The cost per serving lands around $0.75 to $1.00, driven mainly by the fruit cocktail and yogurt, which is reasonable for a cold side dish. The stated 15 minutes is honest if you're just chopping and mixing, though aggressive if you factor in chilling time—budget 20 minutes active time plus 30 minutes cold if you want it to taste best. This is a no-fuss family-friendly salad that doesn't demand attention, though the banana will brown by day two, so plan to serve it same-night or refresh it before a second meal.
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