Best Apple Cider Coleslaw Recipe

This quick and easyvinegar-based coleslaw features an apple cider vinegar dressing with crunchy, shredded cabbage and carrots. It’s flavorful, healthy and mayo-free.

Nowadays I much prefer a vinegar based coleslaw over one with mayo. The vinegar dressing is lighter and really lets the crunchy cabbage and carrots shine.

The version I’m sharing today is a pretty classic recipe seasoned with a simple six-ingredient vinegar based dressing. To really boost the nutritional content I used apple cider vinegar and instead of white sugar I went with maple syrup, one of my favorite natural sweeteners. Maple syrup is unrefined and has antioxidants, as well as, other vitamins and minerals including a good amount of zinc and manganese.

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First, let’s start with the basics, what makes apple cider vinegar different? Apple cider vinegar is a vinegar made from fermented apple juice. The process starts by adding yeast to crushed apples.

The yeast ferments the sugars and turns them into alcohol. At this point, bacteria is added which further ferments the alcohol and turns it intoacetic acid… the main active compound found in most vinegars.

Yes! I actually recommend making this recipe ahead of time so the flavors have time to marinate. I’ve enjoyed it right after making and it’s delicious, but the flavors seem to get better with time. After prepping, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.

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This salad is pretty low in calories, oil-free and perfect for serving as a light and refreshing side salad or as a crunchy topping for a variety of dishes. Here’s what I recommend pairing it with:

Like I mentioned above, this coleslaw stores really well! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.

Serving: 1 cup | Calories: 49 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12 g | Protein: 1 g | Sodium: 147 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 8 g

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Hey there, I’m Brittany, the creator of Eating Bird Food, cookbook author, health coach and mama of two littles. Here you’ll find quick and easy recipes that make healthy fun and enjoyable for you and your family!Loaded with all of the crunch, and none of the creamy mess, Apple CiderVinegar Coleslaw is easy, fast and versatile. This cold-and-flu-season superfood is incredibly nutrient dense with plenty of Vitamins A and C. Tuck a few handfuls of this no mayo coleslaw into a sandwich, add in some chicken for a salad, or enjoy it on its own as a side dish.

I know, I know. I’m going to catch some heat for that, but I don’t care. Because we all know, 9 times out of 10, creamy coleslaws are too sweet, too soggy, too soupy…and sometimes all of the above. Pre-made or not.

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Whether you’re looking to add a little cool, crisp crunch, or a snappy, tangy bite, skip the bagged mix and the mayonnaise. Our apple cider vinegar coleslaw calls for fresh sliced cabbage, fennel, carrots and celery, plus fresh parsley. The marinade is just cider vinegar, honey, and olive oil, with salt and pepper to taste. No mayo in sight! Super fresh, super crunchy, super tangy.

Health benefits aside, apple cider vinegar is a terrific choice for no-mayo coleslaw because of its sweet, sour, and tart flavor. It’s a much richer than white vinegar, but not as overpowering as red wine or balsamic vinegar.

A touch of honey (or agave) really brings out the sweet notes in cider vinegar, while dijon mustard highlights the tang. Apple cider vinegar makes for an incredibly flavorful (and autumnal!) dressing for coleslaw.

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Versatility is the name of the game, and Apple Cider Vinegar Coleslaw is the MVP. Fresh, crisp shredded veggies in a super simple cider vinegar marinade will have you wondering what you ever saw in creamy coleslaw. No mayo coleslaw is a perfect partner for sandwiches, but can also play the field as a side and a salad.

Depending on your dietary needs, it sure can be! While mayo-based coleslaw recipes are made with plenty of vegetables, the dressing is often packed with sugar and of course lots of mayonnaise (which may or may not be “healthy” for you).

Apple cider vinegar coleslaw is packed with plenty of cold-busting nutrients like Vitamins A and C. The health benefits of cabbage and apple cider vinegar are plentiful, and it can’t hurt to find just one more way to get raw veggies into your diet. Plus, with a refined-sugar free dressing, this recipe is great if you’re on a paleo diet or minding your intake of dairy and carbs.

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I’m a firm believer in vinegar coleslaw on pulled pork sandwiches, so I always make this when I have a batch of apple cider pulled pork in the slow cooker (or any other pulled pork in any other cooking vessel), but it’s good for so much more.

No-mayo coleslaw is the perfect balance for richer, saltier flavors – pair it with bacon wrapped chicken and corn fritters for a fun indoor picnic. It’s awesome alongside Buffalo chicken – meatballs, shredded, or restaurant-style boneless bites. But I also love just topping it with grilled chicken (this one’s got more cider!) and treating it like a salad.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days in a tightly sealed container. Apple cider vinegar coleslaw is best the second day after the cabbage has time to soften a bit and the flavors have really melded.

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Did you make this apple cider vinegar coleslaw? I’d love to know how it turned out! Leave a comment and a rating below.

Serving: 1 heaping cup , Calories: 67 kcal (3%) , Carbohydrates: 8 g (3%) , Protein: 1 g (2%) , Fat: 4 g (6%) , Saturated Fat: 0 g , Polyunsaturated Fat: 0 g , Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g , Trans Fat: 0 g , Cholesterol: 0 mg , Sodium: 301 mg (13%) , Potassium: 126 mg (4%) , Fiber: 2 g (8%) , Sugar: 5 g (6%) , Vitamin A: 58 % (58%) , Vitamin C: 52 % (52%) , Calcium: 4 % (4%) , Iron: 4 % (4%)

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