Eggless Basil-Pesto Broccoli Slaw

Total time30 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time0 min

4.9

(10)

Bright, herby, and packed with crunch, this broccoli slaw is the kind of side dish that steals the show at any table. Raw broccoli gets pulsed in a food processor until it breaks down into tender, rice-like shreds, then tossed with sweet dried cranberries, golden toasted coconut, and fresh scallion greens for a mix of textures that keeps every bite interesting. The real star is the homemade basil pesto — blended with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, a hint of lemon zest, and a touch of ground ginger — which gives the whole bowl a vibrant, aromatic punch that store-bought dressings simply can't match. Because the pesto is built entirely from fresh herbs, citrus, and oil, there are no hidden egg-based emulsifiers or creamy binders to worry about, making it a genuinely clean and satisfying option. A short rest before serving lets the broccoli soften just enough to soak up all that gorgeous green dressing without losing its satisfying bite. This one works equally well as a weeknight side, a potluck contribution, or a meal-prep staple that holds up beautifully in the fridge.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the slaw

1 large head broccoli (about 1 lb), cut into florets and stems trimmed
1 medium carrot, peeled and shredded
3 scallions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
¼ cup unsweetened dried cranberries
¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted

For the pesto

2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
⅛ tsp ground ginger

Instructions

1
Toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside to cool.
2
Working in batches if needed, pulse the broccoli florets and stems in a food processor until broken down into small, rice-like pieces roughly the size of a pea — the texture should be coarse and shred-like, not pureed. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

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