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Home » Side Dish » Classic American Coleslaw (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)

Classic American Coleslaw (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)

Published: Jul 16, 2018 · Modified: Apr 13, 2019 by Rebecca Pytell · This post may contain affiliate links.

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A favorite side dish at any summer bbq or cookout! The Classic American Coleslaw, now made gluten-free, vegan, and top 8 allergy-free! A super easy recipe to whip up ahead of time, served chilled as is, or even use it as a topping in a sandwich!

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The time has come to complete the "Summer Side Dish Trifecta"! Last year I gave you my Classic American Potato Salad and my Classic American Macaroni Salad. Now it's time for THE CLASSIC AMERICAN COLESLAW! Not only is coleslaw a must for summer bbqs, picnics, cookouts, etc....but it's such a great side dish for any dinner, a topping on a sandwich, even just eating it as a snack sounds good!

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Growing up I would always scoop up the potato salad and macaroni/pasta salads first, but honestly, the summer plate could never be complete without at least a little pile of the American slaw! Sweet, tangy, cabbagy? So good! Coleslaw was probably the only way I ate cabbage as a kid (back in the day I hated sauerkraut! Boy, has that changed!). Any time I can have cabbage in anyway, you bet I do!

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What's in your classic American coleslaw? It's so basic, so easy, almost too easy! Green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot, mayo, a splash of white vinegar, sweeter, and a dash of pepper! That's it! O, and of course you know our coleslaw here on Strength and Sunshine is gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-free of course! And guess what? This coleslaw tastes EXACTLY like the classic store-bought stuff you grew up with (it even smells the same)!

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Now...you have two options when making this classic American coleslaw. You can go rustic, old-school, and chop/shred up your cabbage and carrots yourself. Alternatively, you can take the "cheater" (or in my mind, time-saving-savvy way) or just buying pre-shredded cabbage or slaw mix. I know...but sometimes we just don't have the time! Summer is about fun in the sun, so you may need to cut corners everywhere you can!

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The hardest thing about all these summer side dishes is the "chilling time". No lukewarm salads and slaws here! They need to be cold...cold and delicious! On another note...please don't leave food out on the hot summer buffet table for hours on end. Food poisoning is real guys...keep those sides cold and covered! Put them away after everyone has been served! I'm about to be a public health professional so...don't make me come after you!

Classic American Coleslaw

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Classic American Coleslaw (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)

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A favorite side dish at any summer bbq or cookout! The Classic American Coleslaw, now made gluten-free, vegan, and top 8 allergy-free! A super easy recipe to whip up ahead of time, served chilled as is, or even use it as a topping in a sandwich!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Side
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 4 Cups Shredded Green Cabbage*
  • 2 Cups Shredded Red Cabbage
  • 1 Cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1 Cup Vegan Soy-Free Mayo
  • 2 TB White Vinegar
  • 2 Tsp Erythritol (or preferred granulated sugar)
  • ¼ to ½ Tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded veggies, mayo, vinegar, sweetener, and pepper.
  2. Mix well to fully coat and combine.
  3. Chill in the fridge before serving.

Notes

You can alternatively use a 14ox bag of pre-shredded green cabbage and carrot slaw mix with 4oz of pre-shredded red cabbage. (These bags can typically be found by the bagged salads in your grocery's produce department).

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1

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What cookout would be complete without the American Coleslaw? None! It would be a sad cabbage-less gathering. This slaw is so easy to make...you can't not make it! I even gave you a super lazy, no-fuss hack! As long as you have a hand to mix with...you're golden! Of course, if you want to get crafty and utilize some skills, you may be interested in this fancy slaw for your next potluck too!

So tell me:

+ What's your favorite side of the trifecta? Potato, Macaroni/Pasta, or Slaw?

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  1. Candace

    October 03, 2018 at 4:41 pm

    This look really tasty. I'm having a friend over for lunch at the weekend who is a vegan and this will be an amzing addition to the menu

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      October 03, 2018 at 5:32 pm

      Alright, well I hope you both enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Beverly

    July 27, 2018 at 3:12 pm

    I know some people in my family would love this recipe. It's not something I make at home, so they only get it when we're eating out.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 27, 2018 at 5:53 pm

      More reason to whip some up then!

      Reply
  3. Eva

    July 27, 2018 at 1:22 pm

    Mmmm this look delicious. Thank you for sharing, I’ll try it tomorrow.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 27, 2018 at 2:25 pm

      Let me know! Enjoy!

      Reply
  4. Fibi Drese

    July 21, 2018 at 8:35 pm

    Thanks for sharing your recipe. I will try trmw. These looks delicious 😋

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 22, 2018 at 6:50 am

      Great! Let me know how it comes out!

      Reply
  5. Donna @ Modern on Monticello

    July 21, 2018 at 7:08 pm

    It looks and sounds delicious! Growing up in the South no bbq was complete without coleslaw. Thanks for sharing at great recipe.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 22, 2018 at 6:49 am

      No BBQ anywhere is complete without it!

      Reply
  6. Sheila

    July 20, 2018 at 11:21 pm

    Thank you for this brilliant idea. We are having a cookout tomorrow and I still haven't completed the menu. This classic american coleslaw would make a wonderful side dish.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 21, 2018 at 7:10 am

      Can't forget the slaw!

      Reply
  7. Noleen Miller

    July 20, 2018 at 6:55 am

    I love coleslaw and so does my family

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 20, 2018 at 7:43 am

      That's great to hear! I guess you'll be making some then!

      Reply
  8. Amy

    July 20, 2018 at 12:54 am

    We love coleslaw and this looks fabulous.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 20, 2018 at 7:42 am

      I hope you make some soon then!

      Reply
  9. Jennifer

    July 19, 2018 at 12:13 am

    I love creamy coleslaws like this in the summer. Delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 19, 2018 at 7:42 am

      Coleslaw is so essential!

      Reply
  10. Leilani

    July 18, 2018 at 8:21 pm

    Great recipe! Thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 19, 2018 at 7:41 am

      Thanks for saying so!

      Reply
  11. Sara | mshealthesteem.com

    July 18, 2018 at 11:36 am

    A good coleslaw is a total summer must! This recipe looks amazing. I can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing! 😊

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 18, 2018 at 1:41 pm

      It sure is! Can't be summer without!

      Reply
  12. anna

    July 18, 2018 at 7:56 am

    I love this take on the traditional coleslaw. My friends son always has a hard time finding things to eat at bbq's so I will definitely be sharing this with her.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 18, 2018 at 8:05 am

      Just an allergy-free traditional slaw! No "take" here! You would never know by taste!

      Reply
  13. Marya

    July 17, 2018 at 9:08 am

    One of my favorite & easiest summer side dishes!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 17, 2018 at 1:34 pm

      It is SO easy if you get pre-chopped!

      Reply
  14. Jersey Girl Cooks

    July 17, 2018 at 2:00 am

    Great recipe! Cole slaw is such a great bbq side dish!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 17, 2018 at 7:15 am

      Right? Couldn't NOT have it!

      Reply
  15. Leigh Suznovich

    July 16, 2018 at 8:39 pm

    There is nothing like cole slaw for a summer cookout! Love this version

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 17, 2018 at 7:15 am

      It is such a must-have!

      Reply
  16. Maegan

    July 16, 2018 at 10:25 am

    My dad and husband would love this for our next cookout!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 16, 2018 at 2:49 pm

      Then I guess you'll be whipping some up!

      Reply
  17. Brittany Darrington

    July 16, 2018 at 8:15 am

    This is making me hungry. YUMMY! I am going to try this recipe. I've never tried vegan mayo. Does it taste similar to regular mayo?

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 16, 2018 at 2:49 pm

      If you can get the Trader Joe's one or Just, they taste exactly like "real" mayo!

      Reply
  18. Hadia

    July 16, 2018 at 7:50 am

    Sounds so good, and and a great vegan alternative to the classic coleslaw. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 16, 2018 at 2:48 pm

      Everyone can enjoy a scoop!

      Reply
  19. Ashley Stephenson

    July 16, 2018 at 7:46 am

    I have never made cole slaw, probably because I am not a fan of it but my husband loves it! He would appreciate it if I made this for him.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 16, 2018 at 2:48 pm

      You'll love a homemade version!

      Reply
  20. Jenni Bourque

    July 16, 2018 at 6:50 am

    Our family does coleslaw on a regular, it's so delicious. I always sneak in vegan mayo and my hubs is none the wiser.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 16, 2018 at 7:31 am

      He won't! Coleslaw is so good and so underrated!

      Reply

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