Best 9 Festive Coleslaw Recipes

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When it comes to holiday gatherings, festive coleslaw is a classic side dish that always seems to be a crowd-pleaser. This versatile dish can be customized to suit any taste, making it the perfect accompaniment to your favorite holiday feast. Whether you prefer a traditional coleslaw recipe or something with a more unique twist, there's sure to be a festive coleslaw recipe out there that will make your holiday dinner shine.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LAUREN'S FESTIVE COLESLAW



Lauren's Festive Coleslaw image

Provided by CookieR

Time 29m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice or vinegar
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 medium head red cabbage, finely shredded
1 small carrot, shredded
1 small green pepper, julienne

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the first six ingredients. In a separate bowl toss the shredded cabbage, carrot and green pepper. Stir in the dressing until well coated. Refrigerate until ready to serve. If you want to eliminate mayonnaise, simply combine 1 part vegetable oil to two parts vinegar and two parts sugar. This will make a sweet and sour, non-creamy coleslaw. Recipe Source: CDKitchen columnist Lauren Costello

FESTIVE COLESLAW



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     side dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 25 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon celery seed
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
2 heads green cabbage, about 3 pounds each
1 head red cabbage, about 3 pounds
3 cups red onion (3 large ones), thinly sliced
6 carrots, peeled and shredded
3 large red peppers, seeded and cut into thin strips
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Combine the dressing ingredients in a blender and emulsify, about 30 seconds. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour and up to 4 days.
  • Cut all the cabbages into quarters, core and shred. Toss all the vegetables in a large bowl with the dill and parsley. Cover and refrigerate. The slaw can be made up to 24 hours ahead. When ready to serve, add the dressing and toss well.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 142, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 150 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FESTIVE FALL COLESLAW



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Liven up simple coleslaw by adding bell pepper and stirring in orange and lemon vinaigrette- a sensational 15-minute side.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bag (16 ounces) coleslaw mix
1/2 green bell pepper, cut into small thin strips (1/2 cup)
1/2 yellow bell pepper, cut into small thin strips (1/2 cup)
1/2 orange bell pepper, cut into small thin strips (1/2 cup)
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
2/3 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Make Orange and Lemon Vinaigrette.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in large bowl. Pour vinaigrette over coleslaw mixture; toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 105 mg

CHRISTMAS COLESLAW



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In our family, this is a must-have side dish for Christmas dinner. The colorful slaw combines sweet, crunchy and nutty ingredients with tongue-tingling results. It's such a refreshing counterpoint to our meaty main course. -Lyndsay Wells, Ladysmith, BC

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
1 medium Granny Smith apple, chopped
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup maraschino cherries, halved
1 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup 1% milk
2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, apple, almonds and cherries; toss to combine. In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, milk, applesauce, salt, paprika and pepper until blended. Pour over coleslaw mixture; toss to coat. Gently stir in mandarin oranges. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY FESTIVE SLAW



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Don't you just love "Easy"? Get a head start by using packaged coleslaw mix located in the produce department at your favorite grocery store. Chill time is not included in the prep time.

Provided by sherryinmo

Categories     Potluck

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups packaged shredded cabbage (coleslaw mix)
1 cup celery, sliced
1 cup sweet red pepper, chopped (you may use yellow or green or a combination of the 3)
1/2 cup bottled Italian salad dressing
1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • In a lage mixing bowl combine cabbage, celery, and sweet pepper.
  • Toss lightly to mix.
  • In a small mixing bowl measure and stir together salad dressing, sugar, and celery seed.
  • Add salad dressing mixture to cabbage mixture,tossing to coat.
  • Cover and chill for 1 to 2 hours.
  • Toss again just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.6, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 351.9, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 7.7, Protein 1.5

VINAIGRETTE COLESLAW



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"Coleslaw is one of my husband's favorite side dishes," says Shirley Glaab from Hattiesburg, Mississippi. "We love this version because it's not as sweet as other slaws, but it's very colorful and the ingredients always make our mouths water."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups shredded cabbage
2 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cabbage, red pepper, parsley and onion. In another bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Toss before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

CHRISTMAS COLESLAW



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This is from a Chamber of Commerce cranberry cookbook put out by the local women of the Westport-Grayland area of the Washington coast, where cranberries are grown.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Low Protein

Time P1DT30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups green cabbage, shredded
2 cups red cabbage, shredded
1 cup dried sweetened cranberries
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine cabbages, cranberries and onions in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together oil, juice, salt and pepper. Stir in cilantro.
  • Pour over cabbage mixture and toss.
  • Refrigerate 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.3, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 303, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 19.2, Protein 1

SUSAN'S VINAIGRETTE COLESLAW



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This is the best recipe for a fresh and light coleslaw that goes well with everything. This is the only coleslaw recipe you'll use once you've tried it.

Provided by SusieQ

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

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons white sugar
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon poppy seeds
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
4 cups shredded green cabbage
2 carrots, shredded

Steps:

  • Whisk apple cider vinegar, canola oil, sugar, dry mustard, poppy seeds, black pepper, salt, and hot pepper sauce in a bowl, stirring until sugar has dissolved.
  • Mix cabbage with carrots in a large salad bowl and pour dressing over slaw. Stir to coat. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 124.9 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

CHRISTMAS SLAW



Christmas slaw image

A nutty winter salad which is superhealthy, quick to prepare and finished with a light maple syrup dressing

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 carrots, halved
½ white cabbage, shredded
100g pecans, roughly chopped
bunch spring onions, sliced
2 red peppers, deseeded and sliced
2 tbsp maple syrup
2 tsp Dijon mustard
8 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Peel strips from the carrots using a vegetable peeler, then mix with the other salad ingredients in a large bowl. Combine all the dressing ingredients in a jam jar, season, then put the lid on and shake well. Toss through the salad when you're ready to eat it. The salad and dressing will keep separately in the fridge for up to four days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.17 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right cabbage: For a classic coleslaw, use green cabbage. For a more colorful slaw, use a mix of green and red cabbage. You can also use Savoy cabbage for a more tender slaw.
  • Shred the cabbage thinly: This will help the slaw absorb the dressing better.
  • Use a sharp knife or mandoline to shred the cabbage: This will give you clean, even shreds.
  • Add other vegetables to your slaw: Grated carrots, celery, and onions are all popular additions. You can also add fruits, such as apples or pineapple.
  • Make your own dressing: A simple vinaigrette made with mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and salt and pepper is all you need. You can also add other ingredients to your dressing, such as mustard, sour cream, or herbs.
  • Let the slaw chill before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Coleslaw is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish, a main course, or a topping. It's a great way to use up leftover cabbage and other vegetables. And with so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a coleslaw recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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