Description
This dairy free coleslaw is made with fresh and crunchy cabbage, carrots, herbs, and a creamy, tangy mayo based dressing. All the flavors you love in a traditional coleslaw recipe without any sugar or dairy, and ready in just 20 minutes. It’s the best classic side dish for your next BBQ, potluck, or family dinner! And no sugar in the dressing means this recipe is Whole30 compatible and lower in carbs for a keto friendly option.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos (optional, but adds a bit of sweetness)*
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 7–8 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded or julienned carrot
- 1/2 a small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley, optional
Instructions
- Make the coleslaw dressing. Add mayo, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, celery salt, kosher salt, and black pepper to a large bowl and whisk to combine.
- Add the remaining slaw ingredients. Add cabbage, carrots, red onion, and parsley to the same bowl and toss together using kitchen tongs until veggies are thoroughly coated in the dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Chill and serve. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving. Toss together once more and enjoy!
Notes
If you’re not concerned about omitting sugar in the recipe you can substitute coconut aminos with 1 tablespoon of your sweetener of choice.
This coleslaw should keep in the refrigerator for up 3-4 days, but for the best texture and flavor enjoy within 1-2 days.
To prep ahead of time: If you’re serving it later in the day you can prepare it as the recipe is written and store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Just give is a good toss to make sure everything is evenly coated with the dressing before setting it out. If you want to prep it a day or so in advance I would recommend making the dressing and prepping the fresh ingredients, but storing them separately in the refrigerator until 30-60 minutes before serving.
See the section above labeled “Ingredients and Substitutions” for some substitution suggestions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Cold
- Cuisine: American