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June 27, 2016 · 54 Comments

Vinegar Cole Slaw

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Vinegar Cole Slaw. A great alternative to mayo for bringing to a picnic.
Vinegar Cole Slaw. A great alternative to mayo for bringing to a picnic.

Vinegar Cole Slaw

With summer upon us here and picnics in our future the worry of keeping foods in the heat from spoiling is on my mind.

Keeping salads and slaws Are some of the foods that aren’t safe when left out of the fridge too long.

And that really bothers me since we recently had a food poisoning scare in my home. I don’t want to repeat it!

My answer to this problem is serving a vinegar based cole slaw instead of using a mayonnaise or dairy recipe.

It is very easy to take to a picnic and will stay safe to eat. Serving it the next day is also not a problem since it doesn’t contain mayo or dairy.

These are the INGREDIENTS You will need:

  • 1/2 thinly sliced head of green cabbage
  • 1 cup of thinly sliced red cabbage
  • 2 whole shredded carrots
  • 3 thinly sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of grainy mustard
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons of celery seed
  • Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste

These are the INSTRUCTIONS For preparation:

  • In a small bowl whisk together vinegar, mustard, honey and olive oil and set aside. 
  • In a separate bowl mix together cabbages, carrots, green onions and celery seed. 
  • Next, pour a small amount of the dressing on the cabbage mixture. Mix together until combined and until desired amount of dressing is achieved. 
  • Season with salt and pepper and chill before serving.

This quick and healthy option is just what I needed to serve and keep my guests safe.

And the fact it tastes great is a clear win for my family.

The flavor is a bit more sour than the cole slaw you are used to. But it is really very delicious and a great alternative to the more standard sweet cole slaw anytime.

Give it a try and let me know what you think!

Vinegar Cole Slaw. A great alternative to mayo for bringing to a picnic.

Vinegar Cole Slaw

This vinegar based cole slaw is just the ticket for taking your salads to a picnic and not worrying about them going bad in the heat. Healthy and easy this slaw also tastes great!
4.38 from 8 votes
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cabbage, vinegar
Method: None
Skill Level: Basic
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 16 minutes
Adjust Servings: 10
Calories: 63kcal
Author: Marilyn

Ingredients

  • 1/2 thinly sliced head of green cabbage
  • 1 cup of thinly sliced red cabbage
  • 2 whole shredded carrots
  • 3 thinly sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of grainy mustard
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons of celery seed
  • Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a small bowl whisk together vinegar, mustard, honey and olive oil and set aside.
  • In a separate bowl mix together cabbages, carrots, green onions and celery seed.
  • Next, pour a small amount of the dressing on the cabbage mixture. Mix together until combined and until desired amount of dressing is achieved.
  • Season with salt and pepper and chill before serving.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 63kcal (3%) | Carbohydrates: 5g (2%) | Protein: 0g | Fat: 4g (6%) | Saturated Fat: 0g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 31mg (1%) | Potassium: 126mg (4%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Vitamin A: 1850IU (37%) | Vitamin C: 19mg (23%) | Calcium: 27mg (3%) | Iron: 0.4mg (2%)
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  1. blankKim says

    July 16, 2016 at 1:24 PM

    I too, love vinegar based cole slaw recipes and I believe they are healthier than mayo-based. This sounds delish!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 17, 2016 at 8:59 PM

      Ghank you Kim for your thoughts. This one is awesome.

      Reply
  2. blankKeri says

    July 14, 2016 at 1:45 PM

    Marilyn, this coleslaw sounds great! What a fantastic way to make it with vinegar so it stays better at summer get togethers! I wanted to let you know that I will be featuring your vinegar coleslaw at this week’s Sweet Inspiration Link Party.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 15, 2016 at 3:49 PM

      Thank you so much Keri! that is so cool! I will be there.

      Reply
  3. blankSarah Eliza @devastateboredom says

    July 14, 2016 at 12:25 PM

    Yum! Thanks for sharing this tasty recipe at #FridayFrivolity!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 15, 2016 at 3:47 PM

      You are welcome Sarah!

      Reply
  4. blankFrugal Hausfrau says

    July 12, 2016 at 11:28 PM

    I think we have just about the exact same recipe!! I love vinegar cole slaw, especially if I’m bringing it someplace!! Thanks for sharing with us at Throwback Thursday!

    Mollie

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 13, 2016 at 9:39 AM

      That is so cool. I got this one from a restaurant. Disgruntled employees are the best for telling secrets! Ha!

      Reply
  5. blankNikki Frank-Hamilton says

    July 12, 2016 at 5:54 PM

    I love a great vinegar slaw, and I will be trying your version. We eat vinegar slaw on tacos, fish tacos especially. You can add fresh ginger or sesame oil to change the taste, and a squeeze of lime too. I love all types of slaw, but I would say we eat the vinegar kind most often!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 12, 2016 at 7:51 PM

      It is the most healthy! Hope you are well.

      Reply
  6. blankApril R - Uncookie Cutter says

    July 12, 2016 at 4:24 PM

    Sounds perfect for summer BBQs!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 12, 2016 at 7:50 PM

      Thank you April!

      Reply
  7. blankMiz Helen says

    July 11, 2016 at 8:07 PM

    I really prefer a vinegar based cole slaw for hot summer picnics. This looks like a great recipe that we would really enjoy for the summer! Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you are having a great day and come back to see us real soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 11, 2016 at 9:07 PM

      Thank you so much. I will definitely be back. Your hospitality is appreciated.

      Reply
  8. blankSherry Nappa says

    July 11, 2016 at 7:04 PM

    This dish sounds divine. In addition to the vinegar, I love slaw made with celery seeds. Thanks so much for sharing your recipe with us at Funtastic Friday.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 11, 2016 at 9:06 PM

      I do too Sherry! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts.

      Reply
  9. blankLisa Pomerantz says

    July 11, 2016 at 5:57 AM

    this slaw is my fave! i’m book,arking in my recipe stash. ty! #BloggersPitStop

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 11, 2016 at 3:05 PM

      Thanks for letting me know Lisa. Get back to me when you give it a try!

      Reply
  10. blankKathleen says

    July 10, 2016 at 6:09 PM

    This sounds perfect and so much safer than the mayo based slaw in the hot summer months. I’m so sorry that you got food poisoning. I have had that in the past a few times and it is horrible. Thank you for linking up to Tips and Tricks. Hope to see you again this week.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 11, 2016 at 3:04 PM

      Thank you Kathleen. I do prefer the vinegar in the summer. I hate throwing away food when I am not sure if its safe.

      Reply
  11. blankMichelle Reeves (The Joy Chaser) says

    July 9, 2016 at 3:12 PM

    Yum what a great dressing! I bet it would work so well on salad too. Thanks for joining us at #sharethejoy x

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 10, 2016 at 12:13 PM

      I never tried it on salad. I am going to have to do this! Thank Michelle.

      Reply
  12. blankWendy says

    July 8, 2016 at 10:17 AM

    This looks yummy, Marilyn! I love a good coleslaw. I have my MIL’s recipe that we all enjoy, but it is a sweet vinegar sauce. I’m going to try this one next time for a change. Pinning! 🙂

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 8, 2016 at 7:32 PM

      Thank you Wendy. I hope you enjoy it. Give yourself permission to do something just for you This week!

      Reply
  13. blankKathleen - Bloggers Lifestyle says

    July 8, 2016 at 7:26 AM

    Marilyn, this coleslaw look absolutely fresh and delicious, I also don’t like the creamy dressings as much as your recipe.

    Kathleen
    Bloggers Pit Stop – we love your posts

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 8, 2016 at 7:32 PM

      Thank you Kathleen. I love sharing. Give yourself permission to do something just for you This week!

      Reply
  14. blankKarren Haller says

    July 7, 2016 at 10:30 PM

    Hi Marilyn, we love coleslaw and I make it weekly, but I had not thought of adding a mustard, that sound like a change up I will give it a try, we like our tart sweet sometimes with may and others with a oil dressing.

    Thanks for stopping by this week on #OMHGFF
    Hope you will enjoy your weekend!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 8, 2016 at 7:30 PM

      It adds a bit of zing to the sweet and tart flavors. I hope you like this version!

      Reply
  15. blankSara says

    July 7, 2016 at 2:51 PM

    YUMMM. My mom makes a cole slaw just like this and it just brings back so many memories. I love this instead of the thick and creamier cole slaws. I don’t think I’ve ever had a version with mustard, so I need to try this asap because mustard is my favorite!!

    xx
    Sara

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    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 7, 2016 at 7:25 PM

      I love dishes that bring back memories. My tips are from my gram’s old cookbook!

      Reply
  16. blankLinda says

    July 7, 2016 at 2:23 PM

    I’ll be leaving two comments so far today, one on the party and this delicious recipe.

    I can’t eat “creamy” coleslaw, I use to love it but now my digestive system tells me no. We had a restaurant in my small hometown that made the BEST coleslaw. The recipe was secret and if everyone that worked there keep it that way. As with all small towns the restaurant is no longer in business but I found it will have to make it this summer.

    Since I love coleslaw I’ will make this!

    Thanks for sharing.

    Hugs,
    Linda

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 7, 2016 at 7:24 PM

      I m glad to hear Linda! Never feel obligated to lways comment. A nice smilie is good also!

      Reply
  17. blankCarla a.k.a Mrs. R says

    July 7, 2016 at 1:14 PM

    Marilyn, coleslaw is one of my favorite summer salads … I never tried it using just vinegar .. it makes total sense especially if you plan on sharing it at a BBQ potluck! Thanks for sharing with us at #SimplifyWednesdays

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 7, 2016 at 7:23 PM

      You are welcome Carla!

      Reply
  18. blankSandra Garth says

    July 7, 2016 at 8:57 AM

    I’ve never had a vinegar based slaw and your recipe seems like the best one to try.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 7, 2016 at 7:22 PM

      Thank you Sandra. It is a totally different experience!

      Reply
  19. blankLaurie says

    July 6, 2016 at 11:50 PM

    I am a huge coleslaw fan! Creamy or Vinegar, either way I’m standing in line! Thanks for sharing your recipe with us at Brag About It. It looks delicious!! Pinned and shared.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 7, 2016 at 7:21 PM

      You are very welcome Laurie! Enjoy. Salads and slaws are my favorite way to get my veggies in.

      Reply
  20. blankCharlene Asay says

    July 6, 2016 at 6:06 PM

    I love coleslaws. This looks super yummy!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 6, 2016 at 7:09 PM

      Thanks Charlene. It is!

      Reply
  21. blankCarol says

    July 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM

    Sounds delicious!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 6, 2016 at 4:33 PM

      Thank you Carol. I am glad you like it!

      Reply
  22. blankCeleste says

    July 5, 2016 at 6:25 PM

    This sounds and looks so good. Perfect for backyard cookouts.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 5, 2016 at 9:22 PM

      Thank you Celeste! It is one of my favorite healthier dishes.

      Reply
  23. blankJess says

    July 5, 2016 at 1:34 PM

    This sounds so delicious!

    I’d love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/

    Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM

      Thank you Jess!

      Reply
  24. blankChloe Crabtree says

    July 4, 2016 at 9:25 PM

    I love a vinegar based dressing and this sound wonderful for summer! I might try the dressing with shredded broccoli for a broccoli slaw! Thanks so much for sharing at Celebrate Your Story!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 5, 2016 at 2:29 PM

      Yu are welcome Chloe. The broccoli sounds great!

      Reply
  25. blankCathy Lawdanski says

    July 3, 2016 at 8:50 PM

    I prefer a vinegar based slaw. Going to the store tomorrow – will get the ingredients to try this!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 4, 2016 at 4:25 PM

      I hope you like this recipe Cathy! Welcome back!

      Reply
  26. blanksue says

    July 3, 2016 at 7:06 PM

    Oh this looks delicious Marilyn. I love a good cole slaw recipe it just says Summer!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 3, 2016 at 7:15 PM

      Thank you Sue. This recipe is by far the simplest and most healthy of all my recipes!

      Reply
  27. blankWinnie says

    June 29, 2016 at 2:13 PM

    YUMMY !!
    I’m a vegetarian so I loooooooooooove salad
    and I really like the dressing here

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 29, 2016 at 8:21 PM

      Winnie I never picked up on that! Now I need to check your recipes deeper!

      Reply

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