Summer Barbecues Just Got a Whole Lot Better!
What’s not to love about a perfectly grilled burger, tender ribs, and seared portobello mushrooms? But let’s be real, a fantastic coleslaw recipe can elevate your backyard barbecue game like never before. Not only can it balance out the richer flavors of your grilled favorites, but it can also pack a nutritional punch you won’t find in a plate full of meat.
The Ultimate Slaw Showdown
We’ve got 15 incredible coleslaw recipes that are sure to impress your friends and family. From spicy and tangy to creamy and crunchy, we’ve got you covered.
Spicy Lime & JalapeƱo Coleslaw
This recipe hits the spot with its perfect blend of spicy and tangy flavors. With cumin, lime juice, and cilantro, it’s the perfect pairing for tacos or braised meats.
Blue Cheese Coleslaw
Rich and creamy, this slaw is packed with a full cup of crumbled blue cheese. It’s the perfect antidote to spicy hot sauce and pairs beautifully with buffalo chicken tenders or grilled chicken sliders.
Classic Coleslaw
This is the coleslaw of your childhood dreams! A traditional mayonnaise-based dressing with the option of adding quick-pickled jalapeƱos for an extra kick.
Mediterranean Coleslaw
Low-calorie, gluten-free, and packed with Mediterranean flavor, this lemony slaw is perfect for burgers or Med-style dishes like hummus and pita chips.
Vegan Coleslaw
Dairy-free and egg-free, this slaw uses plant-based mayonnaise for a creamy and easy side dish. Add your favorite mix-ins for a unique twist.
Kale Apple Coleslaw with Poppy Seed Dressing
This kale-based slaw stands out from the pack with its tangy-sweet poppy seed dressing. Let it sit overnight in the fridge to develop the flavors.
Brussels Sprout Slaw
Shredded Brussels sprouts make for a gloriously no-cook slaw, perfect for hot summer days. Sweet Medjool dates balance out the bitter hints of the sprouts.
Mustard Carrot Slaw
This simple recipe depends on the texture of grated carrots to keep it interesting. It’s naturally sweet, crunchy, and has a delightful combination of zippy mustard and fresh herbs.
Healthy Vegetable Slaw
Multicolored vegetables create a dish that’s as bright and appealing as it is good for you. Pumpkin seeds add an unusual twist, while a lemon-garlic dressing enriched with olive oil is a nice change from the usual vinegary flavor profile.
Peanut Coleslaw
High in potassium, fiber, and healthy unsaturated fats, this peanut slaw has a lot to offer nutritionally. And let’s be real, you’ll want to slather its creamy peanut sauce on everything.
Easy Coleslaw
Make this easy recipe even simpler by using store-bought coleslaw mix. Nobody will notice as they devour heaping forkfuls of the tasty stuff.
Spicy Ginger Miso Slaw
Packed with color and flavor, this slaw features green and red cabbage, fresh green herbs, and juicy yellow-orange peaches, all in a miso-ginger dressing. Watch out for the heat from the charred peppers and adjust to suit your taste.
Tangy Cabbage Slaw
Need a slaw for your favorite fish tacos? This tangy cabbage mixture is infused with Mexican-inspired spices like cumin, cilantro, and chili powder for the perfect foil to any neutral-tasting white fish.
Easy Corn and Tomato Coleslaw
This recipe screams summer, with fresh corn on the cob charred on the grill and only the ripest summer tomatoes for the best results. Lime, garlic, tomatillos, and a cilantro mustard dressing make this coleslaw a nice change from the norm.
Easy Red Coleslaw
White vinegar, horseradish, pickles, and pickle brine add acidity to the mayonnaise-based dressing in this red cabbage coleslaw. This is a heavier slaw that pairs well with grilled meats and vegetables. Leave it in the refrigerator overnight to amp up the flavors.
The possibilities are endless when it comes to creating the perfect summer slaw. Choose your favorite flavors and colors, whisk up a light and tangy dressing, and you’re ready to elevate your backyard barbecue game!
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