Cajun Coleslaw

Add a bold, zesty twist to your next barbecue or weeknight dinner with this irresistible Cajun Coleslaw! Packed with a vibrant mix of green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and crisp green onions, this coleslaw gets its signature kick from a creamy homemade dressing infused with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and a hint of garlic. A dash of honey and apple cider vinegar balance the heat with a touch of sweetness and tang, making every bite a deliciously bold flavor explosion. Perfect as a chilled side dish for grilled meats, tacos, or fried seafood, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and is guaranteed to become a crowd favorite. Make it ahead of time to let the flavors meld beautifully—ideal for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings! Keywords: Cajun coleslaw, zesty coleslaw, Cajun side dish, coleslaw recipe with spice, tangy coleslaw dressing.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
• 2 cups (shredded) Red cabbage
• 1 cup (shredded) Carrots
• 4 stalks (sliced thinly) Green onion
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced green onions. Toss to mix evenly.

Step 2

In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture.

Step 4

Using tongs or a large spoon, toss the coleslaw until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Before serving, give the coleslaw another good toss to redistribute the dressing.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(967.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2073.7

Total Fat 178.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 242.0mg	0%
Sodium 3643.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 40.8g
Protein 10.2g	0%

Vitamin D 31.7IU	0%
Calcium 343.0mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 1560.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.0%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 22.1%