Keto Coleslaw Recipe

This easy keto coleslaw recipe is what I usually prepare when I need a quick and healthy salad. It is the perfect side dish for your next potluck or hangout!

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• What is coleslaw?
• What keto sweetener should I use?
• Ingredients Used
• How to make keto coleslaw
• How to store
• What can I eat this recipe with?
• Tips when making this recipe
• Recipe
• Comments

I have made this creamy keto coleslaw to a few potlucks, and no one knew it was low carb and sugar-free till I mentioned it. It's that good!

I like to include mayonnaise when making this low carb coleslaw recipe because it makes the coleslaw so much creamier. I use my spicy mayo recipe as my keto coleslaw dressing for this recipe. It is so easy to make and ready in just 2 minutes.

What is coleslaw?

Regular coleslaw is a salad made from finely shredded cabbage and a creamy dressing, and it's known for its crunchy, tangy, and creamy taste. It is sometimes called cole slaw or just slaw.

Coleslaw originated from the Dutch word koolsla, meaning cabbage salad. It is so easy and convenient to make and is a favorite at potlucks.

What keto sweetener should I use?

For this recipe, I use monk fruit erythritol blend as my low carb sweetener. I particularly love this sweetener because it does not have an aftertaste and gives the coleslaw a mildly sweet flavor.

Monk fruit comes from Southeast Asia and contains zero calories, and has no harmful side effects. Erythritol is a mild sugar alcohol derived from fruits and plants.

I don't use sweeteners often, but sometimes a dish calls for it, and I'm always on the hunt for one that will make the dish slightly sweet without being overpowering.

I have experimented with so many sweeteners, and the monk fruit erythritol blend is the one I have enjoyed the most. There is a slight cooling effect if you taste it by itself, but you don't notice this when mixed in with something else. Another good choice of sweetener is allulose or swerve.

If you don't have sweeteners or don't like them, you can include a teaspoon of honey but be mindful that this will increase the carb count by 6g. Alternatively, you can just leave out all sweeteners; the coleslaw is delicious as is.

Ingredients Used

This healthy coleslaw recipe requires just a few simple ingredients that can be found in a grocery store.
Coleslaw mix: I use a prepackaged bag of coleslaw mix, but you can prepare this yourself. You will need about six cups of finely shredded cabbage (about 1 medium head of cabbage) and one cup of finely shredded carrots.
Homemade spicy mayonnaise: I prefer to make my own mayo because I don't want any additional preservatives. Alternatively, you can use your favorite keto-friendly mayonnaise recipe.
Spices: Apple cider vinegar, black pepper, monk fruit sweetener, salt, and cayenne pepper (optional).

How to make keto coleslaw

This easy recipe is ready in no time!

• If using fresh vegetables, wash them before shredding them, then pat them with a paper towel to prevent your coleslaw from becoming watery. If using coleslaw mix, pour it into a large bowl.
• Mix in the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sweetener, black pepper, cayenne pepper (optional), and salt in a separate bowl.
• Add the dressing a little bit at a time to the coleslaw mix and stir well together, and your keto spicy coleslaw is ready to eat!

How to store

This creamy coleslaw recipe tastes even better the next day or after a couple of hours. The flavors meld and become more robust, and the coleslaw tastes even better.

Store it for 2-3 days to enjoy its fresh taste. You can eat this low carb slaw cold or at room temperature.

What can I eat this recipe with?

This keto coleslaw is a delicious side dish, and it goes great with grilled or baked dishes such as baked catfish,  shish kebab, or grilled ground lamb kofta kebab.

If you prefer a sweeter salad dressing, try this sweet mayonnaise dressing for a sweet coleslaw.

Tips when making this recipe

• I use my spicy mayo to add a little heat to my homemade coleslaw recipe, but you can use regular mayonnaise if you want it milder.
• I like to include apple cider vinegar as it gives a slightly tangy taste. You can also use white vinegar if that's what you have.
• You can use a food processor to shred the cabbage or a knife to cut it the old-fashioned way.
• It can be a great idea to use either green cabbage, red cabbage, white cabbage, or a mix of all of them in this salad. This is a great way to add a rich color and give it that traditional flavor found in coleslaws.

Try these other low carb side dishes!

Roasted Turmeric Cauliflower

Sauteed Green Beans & Mushrooms

Sugar-free Cranberry Almond Coleslaw

Keto Hot Wings

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