Dairy-Free Classic Homemade Coleslaw

Elevate your picnic or barbecue spread with this Dairy-Free Classic Homemade Coleslaw, a fresh and vibrant twist on a traditional favorite. Packed with crisp green and red cabbage, sweet shredded carrots, and a hint of sharpness from red onion, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The creamy, tangy dressing—crafted with vegan mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of maple syrup—keeps it completely dairy-free while enhancing every bite. A dash of Dijon mustard and celery seed adds depth, making this coleslaw a standout side dish. Ready in just 20 minutes and chilled to perfection, it’s a crowd-pleaser ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a crunchy compliment to any main dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups, shredded Green cabbage
• 2 cups, shredded Red cabbage
• 1 cup, shredded Carrots
• 0.5 cup, thinly sliced Red onion
• 1 cup Vegan mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons Maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Celery seed
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, and red onion. Toss to mix the vegetables evenly.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together vegan mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. Stir in the celery seed, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Before serving, give the coleslaw a quick toss again, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 6

Serve chilled as a side dish alongside your favorite meals. Enjoy your crisp and refreshing dairy-free coleslaw!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1022.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	861.7

Total Fat 47.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24.0g
Cholesterol 54mg	0%
Sodium 2844.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 59.5g
Protein 9.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 309.4mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 1603.7mg	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: 47.1%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 48.7%