5-Ingredient Coleslaw
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Looking for a go-to, easy coleslaw recipe for pulled pork or any other BBQ, grilled, or baked meat? This is it! It’s creamy, slightly sweet and tangy, and has a little punch from green onion and black pepper. You’ll make this dairy-free, healthier coleslaw again and again!
Reasons You’ll Love this Recipe
- It’s simple – Only 5 main ingredients, but it’s healthier than most creamy coleslaw recipes.
- It’s dairy-free – Since we didn’t use buttermilk or sour cream.
- Less mayo than most recipes – We opted for honey instead of white sugar.
- Great with leftover rotisserie chicken, Instant Pot Drumsticks, or Asian Chicken.
How to Make Coleslaw
This recipe is SO easy peasy.
Simply whip together the coleslaw dressing in a large mixing bowl. Keep in mind, if you like yours a bit creamier, add a bit more mayonnaise in this step.
After that is ready, toss it with a bag of coleslaw mix and some diced green onions. THAT. IS. IT.
Because it’s on the lighter side (less mayo than a typical store-bought recipe) it doesn’t drown out the delicious flavors of the recipe you might be putting it on. This is why we really like this coleslaw for pulled pork recipes.
It would also go well with our Roasted Pork Tenderloin and Baby Boiled Potatoes on the side. Yum!
FAQs
While we recommend letting this recipe hang out in the fridge for a bit (the flavors get better over time), you will want to eat it all up in 3-5 days. After that, the veggies might start to deteriorate.
Pulling from over a decade of freezer cooking experience, I’d advise you to not freeze coleslaw. After it thaws, it would be soggy and lack the crunchy texture that people love about it.
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5-Ingredient Coleslaw (for Pulled Pork)
Looking for an easy, creamy coleslaw that goes well with pulled pork or any other BBQ, grilled, or roasted meat? This is it! It’s creamy, slightly sweet and tangy, and has a little punch from green onion and black pepper. You’ll make this healthier (and dairy-free) coleslaw again and again!
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup real mayonnaise (my favorite is Avocado Mayonnaise)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey (sub: sugar)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more to taste
- 1 (16-ounce) bag of coleslaw mix (cabbage with carrots)
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Instructions
- In a large serving bowl, whisk together the mayo, vinegar, honey, green onions, salt, and pepper.
- Add the coleslaw mix and stir until well combined.
- Let sit in the fridge for 2-4 hours before serving (the flavors get better!). Be sure to taste and adjust the salt and pepper to your preference before serving.
Notes/Tips
- Want it creamier? Try using 1/2 cup of mayo instead.
- You can also add in 1 teaspoon of celery seed if you want a more traditional southern style coleslaw.
Diane says
This was so crisp and light 🙂
Carla from Thriving Home says
So glad you liked it!
Anna says
I needed a coleslaw recipe to go with tonight’s dinner (seasoned chicken breasts glazed with your bbq sauce). So I checked out your website & found exactly what I was looking for. So easy to make & all the ingredients were on hand. Not too creamy, not too tangy – perfect! This will be my go to from now on. Thank you.
Carla from Thriving Home says
So glad you enjoyed this Anna! It’s one of my favorites for the same reasons… not too creamy or tangy and easy to make.
Mary T says
This was a big hit with the entire extended family. Served with pulled pork sandwiches and even better the next day!
Carla from Thriving Home says
Hi Mary! Glad the whole family loved these. And yes, I think the coleslaw is better the next day too! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review.
Sarah Martinson says
Can I add my green onion before serving? I don’t currently have any on hand. So excited to try this.
Carla from Thriving Home says
Yes, you can add it before serving. Let us know how it turns out Sarah.
Sarah Martinson says
This coleslaw is fantastic. We had it tonight on our pulled pork sandwiches. I did use avocado mayo. Great suggestion. Thank you for sharing.
Carla from Thriving Home says
Glad you enjoyed it Sarah. Thanks for leaving a review!
Dean Dolphin says
Wow! This coleslaw is tangy and delicious! I made it for sloppy joes and it was the perfect side! Super easy to make and restaurant delicious!
Carla from Thriving Home says
Restaurant Delicious! I love it! So glad you enjoyed the recipe Dean. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review.
Brandy says
This was delicious! Even my Mom, who doesn’t like coleslaw, loved it. Thank you for sharing!
Carla from Thriving Home says
Hi Brandy! That’s high praise for a recipe when you convert someone who thought they didn’t like it. 🙂 Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
Janet says
Best I’ve ever tasted!
Carla from Thriving Home says
Yay! Thanks for the review Janet.
Susan says
The dressing was really delicious! I used regular mayonnaise, liquified fresh farm honey, apple cider vinegar with mother, fresh ground pepper. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!
Carla from Thriving Home says
Hi Susan. You are so welcome. And thank YOU for taking the time to write out what you specifically used so others can have that knowledge as well.
bob says
added celery seeds. Spot on!
Carla from Thriving Home says
Sounds delicious Bob! Thanks for sharing!
Charity says
Love these simple recipes that can be ready and delish in a few mins! I subbed dehydrated onion for the green onion because it’s what I had on hand. Thank you ladies for providing such wonderful recipes!
Carla from Thriving Home says
You are so welcome Charity! Thank you for the kind words. I wouldn’t have thought to use dehydrated onion for this. Thanks for the tip!
Jess says
Such an easy recipe! It’s a go-to in our house.
Rachel Tiemeyer says
That’s great to hear, Jess. Thanks for the review!
Linda says
Quick, easy and delicious!
Carla from Thriving Home says
Thanks Linda!
Mary says
Good tasting & easy to make!
Carla from Thriving Home says
So true Mary! I was surprised by how easy and delicious it was the first time I made it. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
Ruthann says
Wonderful dressing! Nippy and so tasty! Definitely a keeper.
Carla from Thriving Home says
Aw, thanks Ruthann!
Robert says
My go-to ‘slaw recipe, with or without pulled pork. Love it on sandwiches, bbq chicken sandwiches, or straight with a fork.
Thank you for this easy, classic recipe.
Carla from Thriving Home says
Hi Robert! What a wonderful review, thank you for taking the time to write it. So glad you’ve found a go-to recipe that’s versatile!
cindy b says
My whole family loved this recipe. I didn’t have green onions so I put in some chopped chives. delish, delish!!!
Carla from Thriving Home says
Glad to hear it Cindy!