Best 8 Crunchy Summer Slaw Recipes

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In the realm of summer cookouts, potlucks, and backyard barbecues, one dish reigns supreme: the crunchy summer slaw. This refreshing and vibrant salad bursts with an array of flavors and textures, offering a delightful contrast to grilled meats, savory burgers, and juicy hot dogs.

With cabbage as its base, this slaw is enhanced by the addition of crisp carrots, red onions, and bell peppers, providing a symphony of colors and flavors. The tangy dressing, made with mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and seasonings, adds a delightful balance to the crunchy vegetables, while a sprinkle of fresh herbs, such as dill or parsley, adds a touch of aromatic freshness.

This versatile dish can be tailored to personal preferences. For those who prefer a milder flavor, the amount of vinegar can be reduced, while those who crave a bit of heat can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce. Additionally, experimenting with different types of cabbage, such as red or savoy, can introduce unique flavors and textures to the slaw.

Whether served as a side dish or piled high on a sandwich, this crunchy summer slaw is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Its simplicity and ease of preparation make it a favorite among home cooks, while its delicious taste and refreshing nature ensure that it will be a hit at any gathering. So, gather your ingredients, grab your chopping board, and let's dive into the world of crunchy summer slaw!

Let's cook with our recipes!

PICNIC MARINATED SUMMER SLAW



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Oh, such a summertime taste. This easy-to-prepare slaw was given to me by a neighbor who said a little lady from her church gave it to her! A refreshing and delightful change for slaws. Tastes delicious after allowing to marinate for several hours. Enjoy!

Provided by rosebud434

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 2h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 ounce) package shredded cabbage
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 large tomato, peeled and chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
½ cup white sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup white vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine cabbage, cucumber, green bell pepper, tomato, and green onions in a large bowl.
  • Cook and stir sugar, vegetable oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper together in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Pour marinade over vegetables and stir to coat. Marinate slaw in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 7.2 mg, Sugar 14.2 g

CRUNCHY SLAW



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 head green cabbage, finely chopped
8 green onions, finely chopped
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
2 3-ounce packages ramen noodles, flavor packets discarded
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Mix the cabbage and green onions in a large bowl. In a small saucepan over medium heat, brown the almonds and sesame seeds in the butter.
  • Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and stir well. Just before serving, add the sesame seeds, almonds, and crushed raw ramen noodles to the cabbage and green onions. Pour the dressing, a little at a time, over the salad mix, then toss.

PERFECTLY CRUNCHY SLAW



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h6m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 small red cabbage, shredded, about 2 cups
1/3 napa cabbage, shredded, about 2 cups
2 medium carrots, peeled and grated
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
1 Belgian endive spear, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts or pistachio nuts
1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
2 tablespoons sour cream
3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup chopped chives

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the cabbages, carrots, fennel, endive, cranberries and pine nuts. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, sour cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well until coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Garnish with chopped chives before serving.

SUMMER SLAW RECIPE



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Summer Slaw is a deli-style cole slaw recipe loaded with fresh summer ingredients of cabbage, tomatoes, cucumbers, and green onions in a creamy cole slaw dressing that is lighter than most slaw recipes. This slaw recipe was created after I tried my local deli's summer slaw salad, it's light and refreshing with a semi-sweet creamy dressing perfect for summer!

Provided by Alyona Demyanchuk

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small cabbage ((about 2 pounds finely shredded))
1 tomato ((diced))
1/2 English cucumber ((diced))
3 sprigs of scallions ((sliced))
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp lemon juice
3 tbsp sugar
3 tbsp milk
2 tbsp vinegar
1 tsp salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, cabbage, and scallions. Set aside.
  • To make the dressing whisk together all the dressing ingredients until smooth.
  • Pour dressing over the slaw and toss everything together. Keep refrigerated and stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 100 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 269 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g

CRUNCHY SLAW



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     side-dish

Time 4h25m

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups unsalted, roasted peanuts
1 cup rice wine vinegar
1/2 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup honey
4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large head of white cabbage (about 31/2 pounds) cored and shredded
1 head red cabbage (about 1 1/2 pounds) cored and shredded
2 cups sliced red onions
1 cup chopped green onions
1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
2 packages (10-ounce) small corn tortillas, julienned and fried until golden brown

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the peanuts and toast them for 5 minutes, stirring often. Remove from the heat and set aside. In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine the vinegar, sesame oil, honey, 1 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the black pepper. Put the cabbages, red onions, green onions and cilantro in a very large mixing bowl and season with the remaining black pepper and the cayenne. Add the dressing mixture and toss to distribute dressing evenly. Store in large plastic storage bags. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. Before serving, add the fried tortillas and mix well. Ser

CREAMY SUMMER SLAW



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Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Salad     Side     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Mayonnaise     Broccoli     Summer     Cabbage     Sugar Snap Pea     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 small bunch broccoli (about 12 ounces)
1/2 medium Napa cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 cups)
2 scallions, thinly sliced
8 ounces sugar snap peas, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, divided

Steps:

  • Combine buttermilk, mayonnaise, and lemon juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper and whisk to combine. Set buttermilk dressing aside.
  • Using a vegetable peeler, peel broccoli stalk if skin is thick. Halve broccoli lengthwise, then thinly slice crosswise, starting at crown. Toss broccoli, cabbage, scallions, sugar snap peas, 2 tablespoons chives, and reserved buttermilk dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Serve slaw topped with remaining 2 tablespoons chives.
  • DO AHEAD: Slaw can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

CRUNCHY RAMEN COLESLAW



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This is a great side dish or salad item. I like to use spicy ramen noodles, for a more zesty flavor! This recipe is even better the next day!

Provided by SloppyJo

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h10m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package coleslaw mix with carrots
2 (3 ounce) packages ramen noodles (any flavor), crushed
1 cup slivered almonds
1 cup shelled sunflower seeds
1 bunch green onions, chopped
½ cup vinegar

Steps:

  • Put coleslaw mix in a large bowl; add crushed ramen noodles, almonds, sunflower seeds, and green onions. Mix well.
  • Pour vinegar into a jar and add seasoning packets from ramen noodles; cover jar and shake until seasoning is mixed into vinegar. Pour dressing over coleslaw mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate for flavors to blend, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 50.7 mg, Sugar 1 g

CRUNCHY COLESLAW



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Make and share this Crunchy Coleslaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by canarygirl

Categories     Fruit

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package Coleslaw (grated cabbage and carrots)
4 green onions, chopped
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
1 package ramen noodles (beef flavor)
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Toss together cole slaw and green onions.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, sugar, and ramen seasoning packet.
  • Pour over salad and toss together.
  • Just before serving, add ramen noodles (broken into small pieces), almonds and sunflower seeds and toss together.

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest vegetables. Fresh vegetables will give your slaw the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a sharp knife or mandoline to slice the vegetables. This will help ensure that the vegetables are cut evenly and that the slaw has a uniform texture.
  • Don't overdress the slaw. A little dressing goes a long way, so start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Let the slaw chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the slaw to become more crisp.
  • Serve the slaw as a side dish or as a topping for tacos, sandwiches, or burgers.

Conclusion:

Summer slaw is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any summer gathering. With its crunchy vegetables, tangy dressing, and easy-to-make preparation, this slaw is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this summer slaw a try!

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