Best 6 Cold Cabbage Slaw Recipes

**Cabbage slaw: A refreshing and versatile side dish to enjoy all year round**

Cabbage slaw is a refreshing and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed all year round. It is a staple of summer cookouts and picnics, but it can also be served as a light and healthy lunch or dinner option. Cabbage slaw is made with shredded cabbage, mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar, and can be customized with a variety of other ingredients, such as carrots, celery, onion, and apples. Cabbage slaw is a good source of vitamins and minerals, and it is also a low-calorie and low-fat dish. The article provides three different recipes for cabbage slaw: a classic recipe, a vinegar-based recipe, and a creamy recipe. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and a list of ingredients. The article also includes tips for making the best cabbage slaw, such as using fresh cabbage, shredding the cabbage finely, and using a light hand with the mayonnaise. With its simple ingredients and endless variations, cabbage slaw is a dish that everyone can enjoy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY COLE SLAW RECIPE (COLESLAW)

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Easy Cole Slaw made in just 5 minutes with the perfect homemade dressing, this is the ultimate side dish for summer because it gets even better the next day. Perfect for cookouts and planning ahead.

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories Side Dish

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

14 ounce coleslaw mix (with red cabbage and carrots*)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

Steps:

Add the mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, white vinegar, salt and pepper to a large mixing bowl and whisk together until fully combined.
Add in the coleslaw mix and stir well to combine.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 170 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MEDITERRANEAN CABBAGE SALAD (NO MAYO COLESLAW)

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You'll love this extra crunchy and bright Mediterranean Cabbage Salad, a no-mayo coleslaw with loads of fresh veggies, herbs, toasted almonds, and a zippy Dijon vinaigrette! This is the perfect make-ahead salad, and it comes together in 20 minutes!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories Entree or Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 limes, juiced
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sumac
pinch of salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
4 cups shredded green cabbage
2 cups shredded red cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
2 green onions, trimmed, chopped (both white and green parts)
1 red bell pepper, cored and cut into thin sticks
4 large radishes, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon sumac
kosher salt
1 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

Make the mustard vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, and spices.
Make the salad. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, onions, red bell pepper, radishes, parsley and dill. Season with salt. Add the sumac. Add the toasted almonds. Toss gently to combine.
Pour the vinaigrette all over and toss to combine.
If you have the time, give the salad 30 minutes to 1 hour for the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Sodium 79 mg, Fiber 4.5 g, Sugar 4.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY APPLE CABBAGE SLAW

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Delicious sweet-and-tangy slaw! The perfect topping for a pulled pork sandwich or as a garden-fresh summer side dish.

Provided by Wilhelmina

Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes No Mayo

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 small head cabbage, cored and finely chopped
1 Granny Smith apple, cut into matchstick-size pieces
5 green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

Toss cabbage, apple, and onions together in a large bowl.
Whisk vinegar, sugar, olive oil, vegetable oil, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes together in a saucepan over medium heat; bring dressing to a simmer. Pour hot dressing over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors blend and slaw is cold, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 52.4 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

CABBAGE SLAW

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This recipe proves that homemade coleslaw doesn't have to mean a lot of fuss. You can make it in a moment's notice and serve it with a variety of foods.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 medium head cabbage (about 2-1/2 pounds)
1 carrot
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

In a food processor or by hand, coarsely chop the cabbage and carrot. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper and celery seed. Stir into the cabbage mixture. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAMY COLE SLAW

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Spiked with vinegar and spiced with mustard, Bobby Flay's Creamy Coleslaw recipe is the perfect picnic side from Boy Meets Grill on Food Network.

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 head green cabbage, finely shredded
2 large carrots, finely shredded
3/4 cup best-quality mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons grated Spanish onion
2 tablespoons sugar, or to taste
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons celery salt
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

Combine the shredded cabbage and carrots in a large bowl. Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, sugar, vinegar, mustard, celery salt, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl, and then add to the cabbage mixture. Mix well to combine and taste for seasoning; add more salt, pepper, or sugar if desired.

COLD CABBAGE SLAW

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Provided by Alexander Smalls

Categories Salad Pepper Vegetable Side No-Cook Fall Cabbage Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 large green cabbage
1 large sweet red pepper
1 small onion
1 cup sweet pickle relish
1/4 cup pickle juice
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 rib celery, minced
1/2 cup mayonnaise (preferably homemade)
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Use a large mixing bowl. Halve the cabbage and core. Cut into strips and small dice. Seed red pepper, cut into strips, and dice. Mince onion. Toss cabbage, red pepper, and onion with rest of ingredients. Chill 1/2 hour before serving.

Tips:

Use fresh and crispy cabbage. This will give your slaw the best flavor and texture.
Shred the cabbage thinly. This will help it absorb the dressing better.
Add other vegetables to your slaw. Some popular additions include carrots, celery, and bell peppers.
Use a flavorful dressing. A simple vinaigrette or mayonnaise-based dressing is a good option.
Season the slaw to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
Chill the slaw before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the slaw will be more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Cold cabbage slaw is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed all year round. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect cold cabbage slaw that will be the hit of your next party or gathering.