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CREAMY VEGAN COLESLAW

This Creamy Vegan Coleslaw's crisp and refreshing qualities make it the perfect companion for everything from potluck and dinners to picnics.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Dutch-Inspired, Gluten-Free, Vegan
Servings 6 people

Equipment

  • 1 chopping board
  • 1 chef knife
  • 2 mixing bowl
  • 1 Mandolin (optional)

Ingredients
  

For the creamy dressing:

  • 3/4 cup vegan mayo (oil-free homemade mayo)
  • 2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • ½ tsp celery seed
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)

For the coleslaw:

  • 2 cups green cabbage (finely shredded, around 1 small cabbage)
  • 2 cup purple cabbage (finely shredded, around 1 small cabbage)
  • 2 carrots (large, peeled and grated or julienned)

Optional add-ins:

  • 1/2 cup raisins or dried unsweetened cranberries
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped, for added freshness)
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas for a nutty crunch)
  • 1-2 apples (thinly sliced or diced)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the 3/4 cup of vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Prepare the Vegetables: Finely shred the green and purple cabbage and place them in a large mixing bowl. Peel the carrots, and you can either grate them or julienne them (cut into thin matchstick-like strips). Add the place the carrots to the bowl with the cabbage.
  • Combine and Toss: Pour the creamy dressing in the large mixing bowl over the shredded vegetables. Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
  • Optional Add-Ins: If you'd like a sweeter coleslaw, add raisins or dried cranberries to the salad. Toss to combine. For added freshness and color, mix in chopped fresh parsley. Or, for a nutty crunch, add pumpkin seeds (pepitas) to the coleslaw.
  • Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving. This step will allow the flavors to meld together and the coleslaw to become even creamier.
  • Serve: Serve your creamy vegan coleslaw as a side dish at your next meal or as a topping for sandwiches and wraps. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Leftovers should be placed in an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator. They can last for up to 3 days.
  • Coleslaw can be prepared a day in advance, covered tightly, and refrigerated. Stir well before serving.