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Tangy Coleslaw

Tangy Coleslaw

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Tangy Coleslaw

 

Hello, by fellow foodie adventurers!

Today’s quest is a little sidekick that steals the show: Keto Tangy Coleslaw. I used to think I hated coleslaw. Turns out I just hadn’t met MY coleslaw yet! This one is crunchy, creamy, super tangy, and has zero of that mushy, sugary nonsense. Apple cider vinegar and celery seed do ALL the talking—no crazy heat this time (I know, who am I??). It’s the perfect cool, crisp partner for pulled pork, ribs, burgers, or honestly just a giant spoon.

 

Ingredients You’ll Need (The Quest Inventory)

    • 2 cups finely shredded green cabbage
    • 1 cup finely shredded red cabbage
    • ½ cup shredded carrot (about 1 medium carrot)
    • 1/4 cup good mayo
    • 2 tbsp powdered allulose 
    • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
    • 1½ tsp celery seed
    • 1 tsp Dijon or plain yellow mustard
    • ¼ tsp salt (or more—I always add a pinch extra)
    • ¼ tsp black pepper

 

How to Forge the Feast (The Guest Steps)

    • 1. Throw the cabbage and carrot in a big bowl. (Buy the bags or shred it yourself—your call, hero.)
    • 2. In a smaller bowl, whisk the mayo, sweetener, vinegar, celery seed, mustard, salt, and pepper until it’s smooth and dreamy. Give it a taste—want it tangier? Splash in a tiny bit more vinegar. Sweeter? Another shake of sweetener.
    • 3. Dump most of the dressing over the cabbage and toss like you mean it. Add the rest if you’re feeling extra saucy (I usually do).
    • 4. Cover and park it in the fridge for at least an hour—overnight is even better. It gets happier the longer it sits.
    • 5. Right before serving, give it one last toss and taste for salt. Boom. Done.

 

Tips Tricks & Variations

  • Make-ahead magic: this slaw gets even better on day 2 or 3!
  • Extra crunch: add ¼ cup sliced almonds or sunflower seeds right before serving.
  • Spicy kick: (because you know I love heat): stir in ¼–½ tsp cayenne or a finely minced jalapeño to the dressing.
  • Creamy-dreamy boost: swap half the mayo for sour cream or Greek yogurt (full-fat).
  • Vinegar swap: try half ACV + half fresh lemon juice for a brighter twist.

Tangy Coleslaw

Renee
Crisp green and red cabbage, a little carrot for color and sweetness, and a creamy-tangy dressing that pops with apple-cider vinegar and celery seed.
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Course Side Dish
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups green cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup red cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • 1/4 cup good mayo
  • 2 tbsp allulose or monks fruit sugar
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 11/2 tsp celery seed
  • 1 tsp mustard
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Throw the cabbage and carrot in a big bowl. (Buy the bags or shred it yourself—your call, hero.)
  • In a smaller bowl, whisk the mayo, sweetener, vinegar, celery seed, mustard, salt, and pepper until it’s smooth and dreamy. Give it a taste—want it tangier? Splash in a tiny bit more vinegar. Sweeter? Another shake of sweetener.
  • Dump most of the dressing over the cabbage and toss like you mean it. Add the rest if you’re feeling extra saucy (I usually do).
  • Cover and park it in the fridge for at least an hour—overnight is even better. It gets happier the longer it sits.
  • Right before serving, give it one last toss and taste for salt.
Keyword Keto