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coleslaw recipe Purple Cabbage Confetti
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This Purple Cabbage Confetti Coleslaw is a vibrant, crunchy side dish perfect for weeknight dinners, BBQs, or potlucks, made with a simple fuss-free method. It transforms fresh ingredients into a colorful and delicious salad that is easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 cups purple cabbage (about 250g), finely shredded
- 3 cups green cabbage (about 250g), finely shredded
- 1 cup carrots (about 120g), grated
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise (120ml), full-fat or light (use avocado oil mayo for a healthier fat option)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (30ml) (ensure gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar or sweetener (15g), or to taste (monk fruit sweetener is a great low-carb alternative)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup bell peppers, finely diced (red, yellow, or orange), optional
- 2 tablespoons green onions or chives, sliced, optional
- 1 cup broccoli slaw mix, optional
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: Finely shred both the purple and green cabbage (using a mandoline or food processor). Grate the carrots. Aim for small, even pieces for a confetti look and delicate texture.
- Whisk Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust for desired sweetness and tang.
- Combine And Chill: Add the shredded cabbage and carrots (along with any optional extra veggies) to the dressing in the bowl. Toss thoroughly until all vegetables are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and enhance crispness. (If the mixture looks dry after tossing, splash in 1-2 tablespoons more vinegar or mayonnaise until it looks just right.)
Notes
For a lighter dressing, swap half the mayonnaise for plain Greek yogurt. For natural sweetness, use 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey instead of sugar. For low-carb, substitute erythritol or stevia for granulated sugar. For vegan, use high-quality vegan mayonnaise. Avoid dressing the coleslaw too far ahead of serving time, as the cabbage can soften over several hours. Consider adding seasonal touches like spring radishes for a peppery bite or fresh dill for herbaceous notes.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.5 cup (about 100 g)
- Calories: 180 calories
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: coleslaw, purple cabbage, side dish, creamy, tangy, easy, confetti, salad, BBQ, healthy
