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January 27, 2020 Updated January 25, 2021 By Rebecca Entertaining

Red Wine Vinegar Coleslaw

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rainbow coleslaw in a glass bowl with a text overlay

Not in the mood for a traditional mayo based coleslaw? This red wine vinegar coleslaw is your answer. It’s a non-mayo coleslaw that has the perfect easy vinegar dressing base that will tantalize your taste buds with it’s tanginess, and will pair well with your favorite BBQ dishes. Plus it just takes 10 minutes to make.

red wine vinegar coleslaw in a glass bowl with tongs in it

[This recipe was originally posted in April 2018. It has been updated with new photos, cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]

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How will this red wine vinegar coleslaw make your life easier?

This coleslaw is the perfect accompaniment to anything grilled. So take it to a BBQ, summer party, or serve it with grilled meat. It’s super easy, quick, cold, and crunchy. You can even whisk the dressing in a big bowl then add the veggies for less clean up. It’s delicious on Pulled Pork Sandwiches, with Grilled Chicken Burgers, or with a Grilled Lamb Steak.

Want more recipes similar to this no-mayo coleslaw? My 5 Minute Asian Coleslaw, Cucumber & Tomato Salad, Broccoli Salad, and this Shaved Zucchini Salad with Corn & Feta.

What makes this red wine vinegar coleslaw so good?

  • Granulated sugar
  • Red wine vinegar
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Garlic salt
  • Green & Red Cabbage
  • Carrots

How do I make this easy coleslaw?

red wine vinegar dressing in a glass bowl next to shredded veggies

Add 1 T sugar, 3 T red wine vinegar, 2 T olive oil, 1 tsp garlic salt, 1/4 tsp pepper to large mixing bowl. Mix together with fork or tongs.

Expert Tip: Mix dressing in separate bowl if planning on leftovers.

shredded cabbage and carrots in a glass bowl with ingredients next to it

Add 1 c shredded cabbages and 1 carrot (shredded) to bowl. Mix well, let sit or refrigerate for at least 10 minutes prior to serving to allow flavors to combine. 

mandolin and shredded cabbage on a cutting board next to coleslaw ingredients

Expert Tip: Buy pre-shredded cabbage, shred it in a food processor, or use a mandolin to speed up the process.

Expert Tip: Add other veggies to this slaw if you’ve got veggies that need to be eaten.

Expert Tips

  • Mix dressing in separate bowl if planning on leftovers.
  • Buy pre-shredded cabbage, shred it in a food processor, or use a mandolin to speed up the process.
  • Add other veggies to this slaw if you’ve got veggies that need to be eaten.

FAQ

What is coleslaw made of?

Coleslaw has cabbage and other vegetables in it. Sometimes carrots, sometimes peppers, onions, and green onions. Coleslaws usually have a vinegar or mayonnaise based dressing.

How long does homemade slaw last?

Most fresh foods last 3-5 days. As un-scientific as it seems, I usually sniff food before eating it. If it smells normal, it should be safe to eat, if it doesn’t, I toss it. Food usually smells bad before it’s unsafe to eat.

Can I freeze coleslaw?

You can freeze vinegar based coleslaws, like this one, and my Asian inspired slaw. Mayonnaise based slaws don’t freeze well because the mayo separates.

rainbow coleslaw in a yellow bowl

What can I make with leftover ingredients?

  • (Cabbage) 5 Minute Asian Coleslaw, Korean Beef Bulgogi, Corned Beef & Cabbage, Veggie Tacos, Burrito Bowl with Queso, or add it to this Simple Sauteed Kale Salad.
  • (Carrots) Pan Fried Pork Chops with Apples, Sheet Pan Root Veggies, White Bean & Farro Bowl.

Did you make this red wine vinegar coleslaw? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!

red wine vinegar coleslaw in a glass bowl with tongs in it
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4.93 from 14 votes

Red Wine Vinegar Coleslaw

Not in the mood for a traditional mayo based coleslaw? This red wine vinegar coleslaw is your answer. It's a non-mayo coleslaw that has the perfect easy vinegar dressing base that will tantalize your taste buds with it's tanginess, and will pair well with your favorite BBQ dishes.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 cups
Author Rebecca

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups
  • Large mixing bowl
  • tongs

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 2 cups green & red cabbage shredded
  • 2 carrots shredded

Instructions

  • Add 1 T sugar, 3 T red wine vinegar, 2 T olive oil, 1 tsp garlic salt, 1/4 tsp pepper to large mixing bowl. Mix together with fork or tongs.
  • Add 2 c shredded cabbages and 2 carrots (shredded) to bowl. Mix well, let sit or refrigerate for at least 10 minutes prior to serving to allow flavors to combine. 

Video

no-mayo coleslaw recipe

Notes

  • Mix dressing in separate bowl if planning on leftovers.
  • Buy pre-shredded cabbage, shred it in a food processor, or use a mandolin to speed up the process.
  • Add other veggies to this slaw if you’ve got veggies that need to be eaten.

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  1. Katie Uhran says

    April 11, 2018 at 9:39 am

    YUMMY! I love coleslaws that don’t have tons of mayo…I find them so much more refreshing and nourishing! This is perfect for summer and picnics. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  2. Soniya says

    April 11, 2018 at 10:22 am

    This looks so colorful and vibrant!! Love that there is no mayo in this coleslaw! Perfect side dish for entertaining friend and family โ˜๏ธ?

    Reply
  3. Abbey Sharp says

    April 11, 2018 at 10:22 am

    5 stars
    Honestly, I’ve always been a fan of coleslaws without mayo anyway, so I must give this recipe a try!

    Reply
  4. Veena Azmanov says

    April 11, 2018 at 10:46 am

    5 stars
    Yum!!! This looks so colorful and vibrant! Perfect side dish! This is really impressive! I think this recipe will be one of my favorites. I definitely want to try your recipe, and I’m sure it’s very tasty. Thank you for sharing this great recipe!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:46 pm

      thanks so much! let me know how it turns out

      Reply
  5. Savita says

    April 11, 2018 at 10:48 am

    5 stars
    I’m all for a no mayo coleslaw, makes so perfect addition to parties to cover all kind of guests. Love the curnchy ingredients in this one.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:45 pm

      thanks! yes, so many delicious crunchy ingredients here

      Reply
  6. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

    April 11, 2018 at 10:49 am

    5 stars
    I adore coleslaw that is not mayonnaise based, and this one looks so full of flavor! A great slaw for so many sandwiches and sides!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:44 pm

      thanks! it’s bursting with flavor for sure

      Reply
  7. Sara says

    April 11, 2018 at 10:59 am

    5 stars
    I actually don’t eat mayo so I’m excited to find a coleslaw recipe without it! Looks perfect for a picnic or BBQ!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:43 pm

      thanks! it’s super refreshing

      Reply
  8. georgie says

    April 11, 2018 at 11:05 am

    5 stars
    yum! love the colour of this dish! and looks so simple and delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:42 pm

      thanks! it’s so simple

      Reply
  9. GiGi Eats says

    April 11, 2018 at 11:30 am

    5 stars
    PRAISE!!! NO MAYO SLAW!!! I am in love. I also LOVEEEEE rainbow recipes/dishes!! ๐Ÿ™‚ I am all about colorful food!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:41 pm

      thanks girl

      Reply
  10. Deborah @ Confessions of mother runner says

    April 11, 2018 at 1:31 pm

    I live on simple cole slaw recipes like this all summer. Light and tasty!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:41 pm

      right?! totally

      Reply
  11. Elysia says

    April 11, 2018 at 3:28 pm

    I love a good simple coleslaw recipe! I’m going to try this one out for dinner tonight. It will go perfectly with the pulled BBQ beef in the crockpot! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:40 pm

      it’s sooo good with pulled pork! enjoy

      Reply
  12. Mikki says

    April 11, 2018 at 3:52 pm

    5 stars
    We love coleslaw around here! I make it quite often, something like this, but I tend to forget to incorporate the carrots. I need to do that next time!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:40 pm

      yes! carrots are such an easy addition

      Reply
  13. Rachel says

    April 11, 2018 at 6:15 pm

    I actually haven’t had coleslaw in forever because I’m not a huge mayo person. I’ll have to make this for BBQs this summer!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:39 pm

      ya! try it! hope you like it

      Reply
  14. Christina says

    April 12, 2018 at 12:00 pm

    Fresh coleslaw is such a fun picnic side or easy way to spruce up roasted/cooked foods! Love how bright and refreshing your recipe is. Totally saving this one.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:38 pm

      isn’t it?! thanks Christina

      Reply
  15. Farrah says

    April 13, 2018 at 6:34 am

    I think I just need to get cabbage and I’ll be good to go for this recipe! It looks so good! ๐Ÿ˜€ I’m not the biggest fan of mayo, so this is perfect!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 13, 2018 at 1:37 pm

      awesome! LMK when you make it, I’m excited to hear what you think

      Reply
  16. Jack says

    January 28, 2020 at 9:36 am

    5 stars
    Love this slaw recipe, went amazing with my bbq

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      January 28, 2020 at 8:56 pm

      woot woot!

      Reply
  17. Angela Allison says

    January 28, 2020 at 9:50 am

    5 stars
    Simple and delicious! I love how easy and flavorful this recipe is. Will never buy bagged coleslaw again.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      January 28, 2020 at 8:55 pm

      ya it’s really easy!

      Reply
  18. Carrie Robinson says

    January 28, 2020 at 10:26 am

    4 stars
    I am loving this mayo free version! So pretty too! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      January 28, 2020 at 8:55 pm

      thanks

      Reply
  19. Suzy says

    January 28, 2020 at 11:03 am

    5 stars
    The family really aren’t fans of may so this is perfect for them! Love it!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      January 28, 2020 at 8:55 pm

      that’s great to hear! woot woot

      Reply
  20. Kathleen says

    January 28, 2020 at 11:29 am

    5 stars
    I love that this doesn’t have mayo. It’s perfect for picnics!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      January 28, 2020 at 8:54 pm

      totally! thanks

      Reply
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