Classic Vegan Coleslaw

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This classic vegan coleslaw is tangy, crunchy, and perfectly creamy — the ideal side for BBQs, game day, or casual get-togethers.

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Prep Time 5

Chill Time 30

Total Time 35

Course side dish

Cuisine American

Servings cups

Calories 321 kcal

Ingredients

4 cups mixed shredded cabbage green and purple and carrot
½ red onion thinly sliced, then halved or diced
½ cup vegan mayonnaise
⅓ cup relish
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
1 teaspoon celery seed
½ - 1 teaspoon salt
cracked black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, relish, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, celery seed, and salt.
Add Cabbage and Carrots: Combine the shredded cabbage, carrot, and red onion in the bowl with the dressing. Toss well to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Chill: Cover and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together and the cabbage to soften slightly.
Serve: Give the coleslaw a quick toss before serving. Top with cracked black pepper to taste. It's the perfect crunchy, creamy accompaniment to your BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sliders.

Notes

If you're not using a pre-shredded cabbage mix, don't forget the carrots for a pop of color and an extra crunch. They lend a natural sweetness that complements the tangy dressing.

Once mixed, give your coleslaw some time in the fridge to marinate. A few hours lets the flavors meld together and the cabbage to soften slightly, enhancing the overall taste and texture.

While the cabbage offers crunch, adding ingredients like toasted sesame seeds, slivered almonds, or sunflower seeds just before serving can introduce an enjoyable variety of textures.

If raw onions make you want to run for the hills, you've got options. Soaking them in cold water before tossing them into the mix can take the edge off. Or, you can skip them altogether.

Time presented for preparation includes chilling time. The recipe only takes 5 minutes to prepare with a bag of chopped cabbage and carrots.

Nutritional information is only an estimate.

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Keywords bbq, easy, fast, game day, summer, superbowl

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