35 Coleslaw Recipes to Refresh Your Meals

Whether at lunch or dinner, a salad is essential to make the meal complete and even tastier. Among the most common leaves on the Brazilian table, we find cabbage, a vegetable rich in nutrients and vitamins that help regulate blood pressure, fight inflammatory processes and even reduce cholesterol levels. To help you innovate in the kitchen, we have prepared a list of countless mouthwatering coleslaw recipes.

Simple white cabbage salad

1. Cabbage salad with mayonnaise: grate a small cabbage into very thin slices and mix it with carrots, onions, pepper and parsley. The sauce has mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard and lemon juice. Just a delight!

2. Coleslaw with Greek Yogurt Dressing: Greek yogurt by itself is good to eat. Served as a dressing on coleslaw, it’s the perfect choice for a light and refreshing dish. Add honey and mustard to elevate the flavor even more.

3. Coleslaw with apple: this is the right recipe for those who like sweet and sour dishes. In addition to the fuji or gala apple, bet on raisins, oregano and garlic mayonnaise to make the salad even tastier.

4. Coleslaw with Raisins: A simple and delicious salad that can be served on any occasion. You will only need a cabbage, an onion, raisins (white or purple), mayonnaise and salt to taste.

5. Coleslaw with beetroot: in addition to being healthy and full of vitamins, beetroot is a good choice to accompany cabbage, leaving the salad colorful, with an incredible flavor and a super crispy texture. You can even serve it with hamburgers and sandwiches.

6. Coleslaw with mustard dressing: a well-made dressing makes all the difference for the salad to be tasty. This recipe features a mouthwatering combination: mustard, light cream, ground black pepper and a pinch of sugar.

7. Coleslaw with almond sauce: this is a different sauce, easy to make and perfect to be served with coleslaw. In addition to almonds, you will need garlic, mustard powder, pear, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar and olive oil.

8. Cabbage salad with sunflower seeds: the toasted sunflower seeds, in addition to adding an extra crunch to the coleslaw, adds nutritional value to the dish. Option for vegans/vegetarians who don’t need a good recipe at the table.

9. Coleslaw with Orange: In a bowl with sliced ​​cabbage and carrots, add orange wedges, feta cheese, walnuts and sunflower seeds. The different textures of the ingredients create a unique dish, with the face of summer and ready to be served on any occasion!

10. Coleslaw with Carrots and Apples: Green apples have a different flavor than the reddish apples we are more used to. Known as coleslaw, this classic salad brings a delicious balance between the freshness of the cabbage and the acidity of the fruit.

11. Coleslaw with apple and raisins: if you want to dispense with the use of mayonnaise, you can opt for sour cream or ricotta cream to accompany the cabbage. Diced apples, raisins and chopped walnuts will add the finishing touch to the dish.

12. Cabbage salad with ginger and soy sauce: Cabbage goes well with oriental sauces and seasonings. Unlike other recipes, in this one the vegetable leaves are cut into larger formats. Don’t forget to top up the soy sauce and ginger. To make it even more refreshing, serve the salad chilled.

Special white cabbage salad

13. Coleslaw with Apple and Curry Dressing: This colorful and fragrant salad will delight your guests at the table! To make it, have white and red cabbages, two apples, honey, red wine vinegar, curry, sesame oil, pepper, peanuts, basil, olive oil and sugar.

14. Coleslaw with Green Apple and Dried Fruits: If you want to surprise during special occasions, you will hit the nail on the head with this salad. Green apples, walnuts and raisins are ingredients that, mixed with cabbage, make the recipe even more delicious.

15. Coleslaw with Raisins, Sunflower Seeds and Red Onion: The sweetness of the raisins and the acidity of the onion in the coleslaw create a delicious contrast in the mouth. Remembering that if you are not a fan of raisins, you can replace them with cranberries, apricots or Turkish figs.

16. Red Cabbage Salad with Cauliflower and Leeks: Mixing vegetables is a good idea to make the salad even tastier. Along with the shredded red cabbage, add cauliflower stems, leeks, fresh chives, salt, lemon and olive oil to taste. An easy recipe with a delicious and elaborate result.

17. Coleslaw, red onion and tuna salad: here is a reinterpretation of coleslaw, which traditionally has carrots. Instead, use red onion, tuna, and toasted and chopped hazelnuts. It goes very well with pita bread!

18. Cabbage salad with sunflower and sesame seeds: cut the cabbage into very thin slices, place them on the platter and season with salt and pepper to taste. Then add onions, peppers, parsley, toasted sunflower seeds and sesame seeds. A tasty option for the vegetarian/vegan table.

19. Coleslaw with mint and mango: in addition to cabbage, lettuce and watercress are also part of the recipe. For a chef’s touch, chop up mango strips and sprinkle mint leaves on top. The sauce calls for the classic mixture of salt, olive oil and lemon.

20. Coleslaw with Beef and Peanuts: Beef and cabbage together are the perfect and refreshing combination for summer. After preparing them, add parsley, chives, lemon juice and chopped peanuts before serving.

21. Red cabbage salad with orange and pistachios: oranges cut into small cubes and chopped pistachios are ingredients that make this cabbage salad delicious and even more special. If desired, add walnuts or cashews to increase the protein value of the recipe.

22. Cabbage salad with pear and walnuts: after preparing the cabbage on the platter, add peppers, parsley, celery and carrots. Finally, cut the pear into cubes and season with salt and pepper to taste. Just mix it all up and serve!

23. Coleslaw with endive and orange: have a bunch of endive, two diced oranges, a chopped cabbage and 150g of chopped mozzarella cheese on hand. After mixing all the ingredients in a refractory, add the sauce made of vinegar, olive oil, lemon pepper, garlic and salt. It’s to eat praying!

24. Asian salad: if you like fresh salads with a sweet and sour touch, you will love this recipe! In addition to the cabbage, add chard, grated carrots and a grated apple in the refractory. The sauce includes honey and rice vinegar, olive oil, onion and ginger. Leave in the fridge for an hour before serving.

Salad Cabbage

25. Sweet and sour red cabbage salad: on a platter, mix the sliced ​​red cabbage with grated carrots, raisins and apple (opt for pineapple if you prefer). Then just add the mayonnaise and mix everything again. This salad goes very well with white meats such as grilled chicken, turkey and tender.

26. Red Cabbage Salad with Hot Dressing: The hot dressing in this recipe is made with lemon, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, tahini, pepper and vegetable oil. In addition to the sauce, slices of almonds, parmesan and chopped apple can also integrate the coleslaw.

27. Red cabbage salad with apple and carrot: use a salad bowl to insert the thin strips of red cabbage, the diced apple, the grated carrot and the chopped chives. Season with salt, pepper and olive oil. The preparation takes 15 minutes and the salad yields up to two servings.

28. Red cabbage and quinoa salad: this salad is a guarantee of flavor and health at the table. Prepare the quinoa by letting it rest in hot water for two minutes and then season it. Now just mix the beans with the cabbage, apple and other green leaves.

29. Red Cabbage Salad with Apple and Peanuts: Peanuts are a delicious and nutritious option to add crunch to the salad. On the slices of red cabbage with apple, cucumber, chives and corn, add three spoons of the oilseed and serve immediately.

30. Red cabbage salad with carrots, cabbage and mint: with the cabbage, carrots and mint properly washed and chopped, add the ingredients in a salad bowl and season them with salt, olive oil, vinegar and lemon. To make it even tastier, serve with a grilled meat of your choice.

31. Red Cabbage Salad with Yogurt, Feta Cheese and Sunflower Seeds: In a bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, onions, full-fat yogurt, sesame oil and lemon juice. Finally, add the golden sunflower seeds to the skillet and the basil leaves.

32. Coleslaw, Pineapple and Arugula Salad: Wash the red cabbage and arugula well, then cut the carrots and pineapple. Then just mix all the ingredients and season with salt, pepper, lemon and olive oil. If you prefer, add chopped walnuts and two tablespoons of chestnut cream over the salad.

33. Red cabbage salad with Swiss chard, pineapple and tomato: to spice up the red cabbage salad, try the Swiss chard, tomato and pineapple. The sauce is made with ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise and sour cream. Mix everything together in a large serving dish and refrigerate for about an hour.

34. Refreshing red cabbage salad: a tropical salad is more than welcome on hot days. You will need red and white cabbages, pineapple, mango and raisins. Mix the ingredients and assemble them directly onto the plate. The sauce made with vegetable cream and lemon is the last to be added to the recipe.

In addition to being delicious and refreshing, cabbage salads are great options to bring health to the table. Be sure to bet on this vegetable that goes with practically all dishes, from rice and beans to various meats and pasta in general. And to boost your delivery even more, learn how to prepare the perfect salad dressing!