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Vinegar Coleslaw Recipe (no mayonnaise)

Tangy vinegar coleslaw is crunchy and bursting with color and flavor. With a mayonnaise-free dressing, this coleslaw is a healthy alternative to creamy coleslaw.
Prep Time15 minutes
Additional Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10
Author: Rachel Gurk

Equipment

Ingredients

Salad

  • 6 cups shredded cabbage, approx. ½ head of cabbage (see note)
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 1 ½ cups shredded (or matchstick) carrots (about 2 large carrots)
  • ⅓ cup thinly sliced green onions (about 3 green onions)

Dressing

  • ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil (olive oil, canola oil, or avocado oil can be substituted)
  • 1 tablespoon agave (or honey or granulated sugar)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (we recommend the grainy kind)
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

Instructions

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together dressing ingredients.
    ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil, 1 tablespoon agave, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon celery seed, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • In large bowl, combine cabbages, carrots, green onions, and dressing. Mix well.
    6 cups shredded cabbage, approx. ½ head of cabbage, 2 cups shredded red cabbage, 1 ½ cups shredded (or matchstick) carrots, ⅓ cup thinly sliced green onions
  • Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. Stir well before serving. Coleslaw will keep for up to one week in the refrigerator.

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Notes

  • Cabbage: Use your favorite variety of cabbage (red or green) or a combination. If you prefer, substitute two 16 oz. bags of coleslaw mix for the cabbage and carrots.
  • Add more veggies. Try red or green bell peppers or chopped onion. 
  • Substitute a different kind of vinegar: If you prefer, instead of using apple cider vinegar, try plain white vinegar, rice vinegar, or white wine vinegar.
  • Fresh herbs: Add chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, for extra color and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 276mg | Potassium: 198mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3482IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg

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