This healthy coleslaw recipe is creamy and tangy, but it has no sugar! It only takes a few minutes to throw together and is perfect alongside BBQ ribs, pulled pork, chicken, or tofu. Whole30, paleo, vegan option.
Why This Healthy Coleslaw Recipe Is So Good
- I’m from Memphis, so I know good BBQ! This coleslaw is the perfect accompaniment to ribs, pulled pork and any of your cookouts, or cook ins!
- It’s so quick and easy to make, it literally couldn’t be easier!
- This recipe is easily made vegan, Whole30 and paleo.
- You can make it up to a day ahead of time.
How To Make This Healthy Coleslaw Recipe
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayo, vinegar, coconut aminos, dry mustard, and salt until smooth.
- Add in shredded coleslaw mix and fold over with a spatula until completely coated.
- Cover and refrigerate 2 hours, or overnight.
- Serve and enjoy!
Healthy Coleslaw With Mayo
Eating healthy doesn’t mean that you have to ditch the creamy coleslaw! So many of the calories in coleslaw come from the added sugar, so ditch that, keep the mayo and you have the best healthy coleslaw recipe.
To make the coleslaw vegan, use vegan mayo and to make it Whole30 use a compliant brand.
What Do You Serve with Coleslaw?
This coleslaw is perfect with all things BBQ, ribs, burgers, and brisket are all great companions. It’s also a great side to serve with an easy weeknight meal. Try it with:
How Long Will Coleslaw Last in the Fridge?
I recommend that you make this healthy coleslaw recipe at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld together. Just cover it and keep it in the fridge. It’s best if you serve the coleslaw within 24 hours, but it will keep for up to 3 to 4 days.
Top Tips To Make This Recipe
- Use a compliant mayonnaise for Whole30 and vegan mayonnaise for vegan.
- Use a pre-shredded coleslaw mix to save time.
- Cover the coleslaw with plastic wrap, foil or keep in an airtight container in the fridge.
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Healthy Coleslaw Recipe
This healthy coleslaw recipe is creamy and tangy, but it has no sugar! It only takes a few minutes to throw together and is perfect alongside BBQ ribs, pulled pork, chicken, or tofu.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Use compliant mayonnaise for Whole30 and vegan mayonnaise for vegan
- 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1/2 tsp dry mustard
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1 14- ounce bag shredded coleslaw mix
Instructions
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayo, vinegar, coconut aminos, dry mustard, and salt until smooth.
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Add in shredded coleslaw mix and fold over with spatula until completely coated.
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Cover and refrigerate 2 hours, or overnight.
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Serve and enjoy!
Amazing coleslaw! I think it is better then the traditional way I used to make it. This will now be my go to recipe. Thank you so much for sharing this.