Discover the secrets of creating the perfect sweet tart freezer coleslaw, a refreshing and tangy side dish that is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. This coleslaw recipe is a symphony of flavors, with a sweet and tangy dressing that perfectly complements the crunchy cabbage and carrots. Whether you're preparing a summer barbecue or a potluck dinner, this easy-to-make recipe is the perfect addition to any meal.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
QUICK FREEZER COLESLAW
Making this coleslaw is a good way to use the extra cabbage, carrots and green peppers from your garden. It's also handy for big get-togethers.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 1-1/2 to 2 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine vegetables with salt; let stand 1 hour. Place remaining ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute. Cool. Drain vegetables and add to vinegar mixture; stir gently. Ladle into plastic freezer containers and freeze. When ready to use, defrost and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SASSY FREEZER SLAW
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
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
SWEET AND-SOUR COLESLAW
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
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
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
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
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
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 COLESLAW
Freezer coleslaws repeated throughout our eighties issues, and we can see why. This sweet and tangy slaw is perfect for pulled pork and hot dogs. Plus, it stays cold and crunchy longer.
Provided by Southern Living Editors
Time 55m
Yield Makes 4 pt.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Stir together first 3 ingredients and 1 cup water in a saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Boil 1 minute. Cool completely (about 30 minutes).
- Stir together shredded cabbage and next 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Pour dressing over cabbage mixture; toss gently. Divide coleslaw evenly among 4 (1-qt.) heavy-duty zip-top plastic freezer bags. Seal and freeze 3 days. Store in freezer up to 1 month. Thaw coleslaw at room temperature 3 hours before serving.
SWEET-TART FREEZER COLESLAW
Loaded with crunch, this sweet-tart slaw can be made ahead for a family gathering. There's no mayonnaise in the dressing, so it's perfect to take to a picnic. -Donna Sasser Hinds, Milwaukie, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine cabbage and salt; let stand for 1 hour. , In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, vinegar, water, celery seed and mustard seed. Bring to a boil; boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; cool. , Add the carrot, green pepper and vinegar mixture to the cabbage mixture; stir to combine. Transfer to large freezer bags; seal and freeze for up to 2 months. , Remove from the freezer 2 hours before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SWEET COLESLAW
Adding a little orange juice to make the dressing a little sweeter. This recipe easily makes enough for 10 people or more. If it's on the thin side, add another 1/2 cup of mayonnaise. If it's too thick, thin with more orange juice.
Provided by smiles44446
Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes With Mayo
Time 20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, white balsamic vinegar, orange juice, and pepper together in a bowl.
- Toss cabbage and carrots together in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 185.9 mg, Sugar 13.3 g
HARVEY HOUSE COLESLAW
This recipe has been handed down for generations. It's sweet-tart-crisp and easy to make. Make it the day before you need it to let he flavors meld.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Vegetable
Time 27m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Shred cabbage, onion, and carrots; mix well.
- Layer cabbage mixture, sprinkling each layer with sugar in 13x9-inch glass dish.
- Mix celery seed, dry mustard, salt, vinegar, and oil in sauce pan.
- Bring to a boil.
- Pour over cabbage mixture.
- Refrigerate for a day, stirring occasionally.
Tips:
- Choose the right cabbage. Green cabbage is the most common type used in coleslaw, but you can also use red cabbage or a mix of both. If you're using green cabbage, be sure to shred it finely so that it's tender.
- Use a sharp knife or mandoline to shred the cabbage. This will help to create even, thin strips of cabbage that will cook evenly.
- Don't overcook the cabbage. Coleslaw should be crisp and tender, so only cook it for a few minutes until it's just wilted.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your coleslaw. Some good options include carrots, celery, red onion, and bell pepper. You can also add fruits like apples or pineapple.
- Make the dressing ahead of time. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Taste the dressing before you add it to the coleslaw. You may need to adjust the seasonings to your liking.
- Serve the coleslaw chilled. This will help to keep it crisp and refreshing.
Conclusion:
Coleslaw is a versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It's also a great make-ahead dish, so it's perfect for busy weeknights. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a coleslaw recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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