Best 20 Easy Coleslaw Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

If you're looking for a quick and easy side dish that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, coleslaw is the perfect choice. This classic recipe uses simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be whipped up in just a few minutes. Best of all, coleslaw is incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed as a side dish, a topping, or sogar as a standalone snack. With so many delicious variations to choose from, you're sure to find an easy coleslaw recipe that you'll love.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

EASY COLESLAW DRESSING



Easy Coleslaw Dressing image

A creamy coleslaw dressing that can be made with ingredients you already have! You can pour it immediately over a 14-ounce package of coleslaw mix or refrigerate until needed.

Provided by GarlicQueen

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Coleslaw Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon vinegar
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, vinegar, pepper, and salt together in a bowl until smooth and creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 236.2 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

EASY APPLE COLESLAW



Easy Apple Coleslaw image

This is our favorite cole slaw recipe, a yummy combo of fruit and veggies in a sweet dressing.

Provided by Aunt Mamie

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Apple Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups chopped cabbage
1 unpeeled red apple, cored and chopped
1 unpeeled Granny Smith apple, cored and chopped
1 carrot, grated
½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
2 green onions, finely chopped
⅓ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cabbage, red apple, green apple, carrot, red bell pepper, and green onions. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Pour dressing over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 107.6 mg, Sugar 19.5 g

EASY COLESLAW DRESSING



Easy Coleslaw Dressing image

My mother-in-law gave me this recipe years ago and it is the one I make the most. Super easy. Halve the recipe to cover one bag of prepared slaw vegetables. Prep time does not include chill time.

Provided by Aunt Willie

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup mayonnaise (low fat works well too)
2 tablespoons sugar (I've also used Splenda here)
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon celery seed
5 cups shredded coleslaw mix (cabbage, carrot, onion, bell pepper, etc.)

Steps:

  • Whisk together ingredients for dressing in a non-reactive (non-metal) bowl until sugar dissolves.
  • Toss with slaw vegetables of choice.
  • Refrigerate at least four hours.
  • Toss well before serving.

EASY COLESLAW



Easy Coleslaw image

This sweet and crunchy salad is easy and delicious any time of the year. Double the recipe for large parties.

Provided by Jackie Smith

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large head cabbage, shredded
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 onion, finely diced
1 ½ large carrots, shredded
1 cup white wine vinegar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Combine the cabbage, bell pepper, onion and carrot.
  • Whisk together the vinegar, oil and sugar. Pour enough dressing over salad to coat. Mix well , cover and refrigerate 6 to 8 hours.
  • Drain any excess liquid, toss and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 786.4 calories, Carbohydrate 74.6 g, Fat 55.5 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 83.1 mg, Sugar 63.1 g

EASY ASIAN COLESLAW



Easy Asian Coleslaw image

Make and share this Easy Asian Coleslaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tamibic

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (1 lb) packages coleslaw mix
1 red pepper, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (more if you like)
3/4 cup cashew pieces
6 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 tablespoons peanut butter
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
2 tablespoons garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Mix salad ingredients in large bowl.
  • Mix dressing ingredients in small bowl.
  • Toss together when ready to serve.

EASY CREAMY COLESLAW DRESSING



Easy Creamy Coleslaw Dressing image

Trying to keep things simple I decided I could make my own dressing for coleslaw. This recipe contains celery seed which must have been what my grandmother used because that is what I remember when I eat this!

Provided by gsulleng

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup mayonnaise or 1/2 cup salad dressing
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Stir the ingredients together. Pour the dressing over 2 cups cabbage.
  • Cover and refrigerate 1 to 24 hours.

EASY AND DELICIOUS COLESLAW



Easy and Delicious Coleslaw image

I found this recipe one day when I had to have coleslaw. It is the best coleslaw. I think this calls for more sugar than necessary, so taste it as you make it.

Provided by Vegwife

Categories     Vegetable

Time 8m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb shredded cabbage
1 shredded carrot
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
to taste salt
1/8 teaspoon celery seed
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish

Steps:

  • Mix together mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt, celery seed and horseradish. Add shredded cabbage and carrots and toss until covered. let stand five minutes. Enjoy!

KFC EASY COPYCAT COLESLAW



KFC Easy Copycat Coleslaw image

I got this recipe off the internet, but haven't tried it yet. I liked the idea that it didn't call for buttermilk, which I never have on hand, but usually have sour cream. Wanted to post it here for easy access. Cooking time is refrigeration time. BTW, I realize that I could make homemade copycat buttermilk, but there's too much redundancy, with the milk and vinegar already in this recipe.

Provided by arroz241_11561377

Categories     Greens

Time 2h15m

Yield 2 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 ounce) package cabbage coleslaw mix
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
2 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 -2 teaspoon finely minced onion (optional)
paprika (optional)

Steps:

  • Place coleslaw in non-reactive bowl.
  • Whisk together sugar and next seven ingredients thoroughly, plus onion if using.
  • Pour over coleslaw mix and stir to coat. May add paprika at this point, if desired.
  • Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Note: Mix may seem dry at first, but will loosen up after cabbage reacts to the dressing and releases it's moisture. Also, when I've made my traditional coleslaw recipe, I grate my onion, because I don't like the minced bits.

EASY APPLE-CARROT COLESLAW



Easy Apple-Carrot Coleslaw image

This delicious, creamy coleslaw is kind to your waistline because the dressing has been lightened a bit. The addition of apples (Granny Smiths and Macintoshes are great!) and carrots sweetens the salad nicely.

Provided by Carolyn Bunkley

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     With Mayo

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix
4 ½ cups shredded red cabbage
3 tablespoons coarse kosher salt
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 large apples, cored
2 large carrots, grated
½ cup fat-free mayonnaise
½ cup fat free sour cream
1 teaspoon celery seed
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place a large colander into the sink. Place the coleslaw mix and red cabbage into the colander. Sprinkle lightly with salt, toss, and allow to stand 15 minutes.
  • Pour the vinegar into a large bowl. Grate apples into the bowl and toss with vinegar to keep from turning brown. Stir in the grated carrots, mayonnaise, sour cream, and celery seed until evenly coated. Season with black pepper to taste.
  • Rinse the coleslaw mix and cabbage with very cold water; drain, pressing out as much water as possible. Taste, and if still too salty, repeat the process. Pat dry with paper towels. Stir coleslaw and cabbage into apple mixture, and toss to coat evenly with dressing. Chill until ready to serve; stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 3098.3 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

EASY TANGY COLESLAW



Easy Tangy Coleslaw image

You won't have to fuss with a lot of seasonings to fix this tangy coleslaw. We've shared this old family favorite with many friends over the years.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups shredded cabbage
3 medium carrots, shredded
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cabbage and carrots. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PINEAPPLE COLESLAW - QUICK AND EASY



Pineapple Coleslaw - Quick and Easy image

I hated coleslaw until my mother-in-law gave me this recipe. It's a family hit at all the gatherings. Wouldn't be a holiday without it! Pineapple tidbits and cut-up large marshmallows can be substituted.

Provided by Karen Byrkit Shetterly

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     With Mayo

Time 1h10m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (8.5 ounce) packages coleslaw mix

Steps:

  • Mix marshmallows, mayonnaise, pineapple, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; fold in coleslaw mix. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 140.8 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

EASY CAESAR COLESLAW



Easy Caesar Coleslaw image

This cool, crisp coleslaw is a great compliment to any meal. "I adapted this colorful, tangy dish from a more time-consuming recipe I had. It's easy to double or triple for potlucks, too." Maryrose DeGroot - State College, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
1 cup grape tomatoes
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing
1 green onion, sliced

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, tomatoes and cheese. Add salad dressing; toss to coat. Chill until serving. Sprinkle with green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

EASY CARIBBEAN ISLAND COLESLAW



Easy Caribbean Island Coleslaw image

This is my version of a coleslaw, I had on a trip to St. Kitts in the West Indies. I had the most amazing coleslaw there. I absolutely fell in love with it. What makes this coleslaw different? The addition of pineapple , pineapple juice, coconut, and raisins. It gives it A little something extra. My recipe is not like any...

Provided by Nor Mac

Categories     Other Salads

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 oz bag of coleslaw mix
3/4 c mayonaise such as hellmans
1/3-1/2 c unsweetened pineapple tidbits cut in to tiny pieces, or fresh pineapple.
1/4 c pineapple juice from above pineaple tidbits
NOTE: IF YOU CAN'T FIND CANNED PINEAPPLE TID BITS. CUT CHUNK PINEAPPLE IN TO SMALLER PIECES
1/4 c sweetened coconut
1/4 c golden raisins or regular raisins
1/4 c finely chopped red bell pepper
salt and pepper to taste
1/8 tsp celery seed

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all ingredients together well in a bowl. Refrigerate for at least 4-8 hours. The longer it sits in the refrigerator. The better it will be. It would be great to make this and let it sit overnight before serving the next day.
  • 2. Mix well before serving !

SUPER EASY & DELICIOUS COLESLAW



Super Easy & Delicious Coleslaw image

Make and share this Super Easy & Delicious Coleslaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mommaof2Beauties

Categories     Low Protein

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) bag coleslaw mix
1/2 onion, minced
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Mix cole slaw mix and onion together. In separate bowl, whisk together mayo, vinegar and sugar. Pour over slaw mix and onion. For best results, let sit overnight.

EASY CREAMY COLESLAW DRESSING



Easy Creamy Coleslaw Dressing image

The creamiest sweet and sour combination you will ever taste. I have fixed this for as many as 600 people at diners and they BEG for the recipe

Provided by Michael J. Hennessey

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 quart

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (1 quart) jar mayonnaise
2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup white vinegar

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and mix with mixer.
  • Pour over cabbage just befor serving.

EASY, DELICIOUS COLESLAW



Easy, Delicious Coleslaw image

Make and share this Easy, Delicious Coleslaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LorenLou

Categories     Greens

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (10 ounce) packages shredded cabbage coleslaw blend
1 cup mayonnaise or 1 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place shredded cabbage in glass or plastic bowl.
  • Combine the mayonnaise, milk and sugar, mixing well.
  • Stir in the vinegar.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix the dressing with the cole slaw veggies and refrigerate for at least an hour.

EXCELLENT, EASY COLESLAW



Excellent, Easy Coleslaw image

I usually fix this slaw when we have fresh fish. My mom always fixed this coleslaw for all the fish fries we went to. Mine is just sweeter, which is how my husband likes it! Prep time includes chilling time.

Provided by Miz Rose

Categories     No Cook

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb shredded cabbage (small head)
1 carrot, finely shredded
1 tablespoon finely shredded onion
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon pickle juice
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
salt and pepper
1/4-1/2 cup mayonnaise, as needed
1 tablespoon milk, to thin (optional)

Steps:

  • In small bowl, stir mayonnaise, juice,& vinegar well.
  • Add sugar,& seasonings, mix until dissolved.
  • Can add milk if dressing needs to be thinned down.
  • Cover& store in fridge for 30 minutes, to let flavors mingle and dressing thicken up.
  • After 1/2 hour, mix cabbage, onion,& carrot, together.
  • Add dressing and mix well.
  • Put in fridge for at least 1/2 hour.
  • Stir well, before serving.

EASY PEASY COLESLAW



Easy Peasy Coleslaw image

Whip this up and have it in the fridge for the whole weekend! Lovely and fresh tasting on a hot summers' day. Even easier if you have a food processor!

Provided by maryjane in spain

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 white cabbage, shredded
2 carrots, peeled and grated
1 apple, grated coarsely
3 tablespoons mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate for a minimum of half an hour to allow flavours to develop.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.4, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 5.7, Sodium 240.4, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 19.5, Protein 4.2

QUICK AND EASY THAI STYLE COLESLAW



Quick and Easy Thai Style Coleslaw image

This recipe is incredibly easy. A coleslaw with a sweet and tangy blend of Asian flavors. Takes about 5 minutes to make! Make it early in the afternoon, and it will be a great with dinner. Refreshing and delicious - an ideal summer side dish!

Provided by TOPROCKMAN

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 3h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix
¼ cup lime juice
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons honey
¼ cup chopped peanuts
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pour the coleslaw mix into a large bowl. Pour in the lime juice, rice vinegar, fish sauce, sesame oil, honey, and peanuts. Stir until well blended. If you have a bowl with a lid, put the lid on and shake thoroughly. Taste, and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for a few hours, stirring or shaking occasionally, to allow the flavors to blend before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 4.5 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 150.3 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

EASY SUGAR FREE COLESLAW



Easy Sugar Free Coleslaw image

I love coleslaw and this one is so colourful. You can double the recipe if you wish.

Provided by Jo Zimny

Categories     Other Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

FOR THE SALAD
1/2 large head savoy cabbage
1 large carrot, shredded
FOR THE DRESSING:
1/4-1/2 c xylitol
1/4 tsp sea salt
2 tsp dry mustard
1 Tbsp celery seed
1 c unfiltered apple cider vinegar
2/3 c grapeseed oil

Steps:

  • 1. Shred the carrots and cabbage and put into a medium size bowl.
  • 2. Combine the other ingredients in a small sauce pan and warm until the Xylitol is dissolved.
  • 3. Cool the dressing
  • 4. Pour "some" of the dressing on the cabbage/carrot mixture and stir making sure it's all coated
  • 5. If you have left over dressing you can freeze it.
  • 6. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp cabbage for the best flavor and texture.
  • Shred the cabbage finely for a classic coleslaw, or use a thicker shred for a more crunchy slaw.
  • Add other vegetables to your coleslaw, such as carrots, celery, bell peppers, or onions.
  • Use a variety of dressings for your coleslaw, such as mayonnaise-based dressings, vinegar-based dressings, or creamy dressings.
  • Season your coleslaw to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Chill your coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve coleslaw as a side dish, on sandwiches or tacos, or as a topping for salads.

Conclusion:

Coleslaw is a versatile and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious coleslaw that will be the perfect addition to your next meal.

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #15-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #preparation     #side-dishes     #vegetables     #easy     #beginner-cook     #kosher     #vegan     #vegetarian     #dietary     #inexpensive     #free-of-something     #3-steps-or-less

Related Topics