Best 7 Sweet Tart Freezer Coleslaw Recipes

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**Savor the Sweet and Tangy Delight of Freezer Coleslaw: A Refreshing Side Dish for Any Occasion**

Indulge in the irresistible crunch and explosion of flavors with Sweet Tart Freezer Coleslaw, a refreshing side dish that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic coleslaw recipe gets an exciting twist with the addition of a sweet and tangy dressing, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, a potluck gathering, or simply looking for a delicious and healthy side dish, this freezer coleslaw is sure to be a hit. With variations ranging from a tangy vinegar-based dressing to a creamy mayonnaise-based one, this versatile recipe offers something for every palate. Get ready to experience a burst of freshness and flavor with every bite of this delightful Sweet Tart Freezer Coleslaw.

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FREEZER SLAW



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The perfect make-ahead dish, put it in freezer bags and freeze them for up to 3 months, then grab and thaw and serve! Cool, crisp, flavorful and refreshing, it's sure to be a hit!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds shredded green cabbage
1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 large carrots, shredded
1 cup finely diced onion
2 teaspoons sea salt
For the Dressing:
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 cup cane sugar, see note ((can substitute the equivalent alternative sweetener) )
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Place all the veggies in a large bowl and toss. Sprinkle the salt over them and let them sit for at least one hour to draw out the water. Rinse and drain the veggies.
  • To make the dressing, place all the dressing ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes. Let cool just slightly, a couple of minutes.
  • Place the veggies in a large bowl and pour the hot dressing over them. Stir to combine. Let the slaw cool completely then spoon into a freezer bag with most of the liquid. Lay the freezer bag flat in the freezer. Will keep up to 3 months. To use, remove the bag, thaw, and place in a bowl to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SASSY FREEZER SLAW



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Coleslaw made up and put in the freezer. Easy to take out and thaw when you need it in a hurry. It does have a crunch to it and a sweet-sour vinegar based dressing. Freeze for up to two months. Chopped onions and bell peppers are an option to add in if you like them.

Provided by sassyoldlady

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds shredded cabbage
1 tablespoon salt
2 cups white sugar
1 cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup water
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 large carrots, shredded

Steps:

  • Mix shredded cabbage and salt together in a colander; drain for 1 hour. Squeeze moisture from cabbage. Stir carrots into cabbage and divide cabbage mixture between pint containers.
  • Whisk sugar, vinegar, water, celery seed, and dry mustard together in saucepan over medium high heat; bring to a boil for 1 minute. Cool. Pour cooled vinegar dressing mixture over cabbage mixture, cover containers, and freeze. Thaw before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 604.7 mg, Sugar 36.4 g

AMISH SLAW



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I live in a wonderful Amish community and the ladies here are wonderful cooks. This is a lovely cole slaw recipe for those who like slaw without mayonnaise.

Provided by CHRISTINA J

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 8h18m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium head cabbage, cored and shredded
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup white sugar
1 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
¾ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the cabbage, onion, and 1 cup sugar. In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, salt, celery seed, 1 teaspoon white sugar, mustard and oil. Bring to a boil, and cook for 3 minutes. Cool completely, then pour over cabbage mixture, and toss to coat. Refrigerate overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 312 mg, Sugar 30 g

SWEET AND-SOUR COLESLAW



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With a vinegar and sugar base, this tart but refreshing coleslaw is perfect for summer and packed with veggies.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 medium head green cabbage, finely shredded (4 cups)
1 large carrot, finely shredded (1 cup)
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
4 medium green onions, thinly sliced (1/4 cup)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup white wine vinegar, white vinegar or cider vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In large glass or plastic bowl, place cabbage, carrot, bell pepper and onions. In tightly covered container, shake remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables; stir.
  • Cover; refrigerate at least 3 hours, stirring several times, until chilled and flavors are blended. Stir before serving; serve with slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

FREEZER SLAW



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My husband kept talking about 'Freezer Slaw' that his mom made and I couldn't find a recipe for it and she couldn't find hers. Luckily, his aunt still had it! This is a great make-ahead slaw that stays crisp! I shred the cabbage and other vegetables in the food processor.

Provided by Gail

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large head cabbage, shredded
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 small small onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, shredded
2 cups boiling water
2 teaspoons salt
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup water
¾ cup cider vinegar
2 teaspoons celery seed

Steps:

  • Combine cabbage, green bell pepper, onion, and carrots in a large bowl. Mix boiling water and salt together in a bowl and pour over cabbage mixture. Set aside for salt to draw out extra water from vegetables, about 1 hour. Drain well.
  • Mix sugar, 1 cup water, cider vinegar, and celery seed in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Remove saucepan from heat and cool completely.
  • Pour cooled sugar-vinegar mixture over drained cabbage mixture in a large bowl and toss until slaw is well mixed. Spoon slaw into resealable plastic bags and freeze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 312.7 mg, Sugar 22 g

SEASONED FREEZER COLESLAW



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This recipe was submitted by a request for an Icebox Coleslaw. It is from Quick Cooking magazine. I have not yet tried this recipe, but it sure does sound delicious.

Provided by jb41848

Categories     Peppers

Time 35m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large cabbage, shredded
3 medium carrots, shredded
1 medium green pepper, shredded
1 small onion, shredded
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup cider vinegar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, green pepper and onion.
  • Add sugar and toss to coat.
  • In a saucepan, combine vinegar, oil, salt, mustard, and celery seed.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Coleslaw may be frozen up to 3 months, remove from the freezer 2 hours before serving.

FREEZER SLAW



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This unusual slaw recipe from my mother combines all the ingredients, then stores in the freezer. Remember to thaw before serving. - Alice Campbell, Dickinson, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 18 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium heads cabbage, shredded (about 16 cups)
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups sugar
2 cups water
2 cups cider vinegar
2 teaspoons celery seed
2 teaspoons mustard seed
2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped
2 medium carrots, shredded

Steps:

  • Place cabbage in a very large bowl; toss with salt. Let stand 1 hour., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine sugar, water, vinegar, celery seed and mustard seed. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Cook 1 minute. Remove from heat; cool slightly., Drain excess liquid from cabbage, if necessary. Add red peppers and carrots to cabbage. Add dressing; toss to coat. Cool completely. Transfer to freezer containers. Freeze, covered, up to 3 months., To serve, thaw coleslaw overnight in refrigerator. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cabbage. Green cabbage is the most common type used for coleslaw, but you can also use red cabbage or a combination of the two. If you're using green cabbage, be sure to remove the tough outer leaves.
  • Shred the cabbage finely. This will help the dressing to coat the cabbage evenly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. In addition to cabbage, you can also add other vegetables to your coleslaw, such as carrots, celery, onions, or bell peppers.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time. This will give the flavors a chance to meld together.
  • Chill the coleslaw before serving. This will help it to stay crisp.

Conclusion:

Freezer coleslaw is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or backyard barbecues. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make a freezer coleslaw that is sure to be a hit with everyone.

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