Not in the mood for a traditional mayo based coleslaw? This 10 minute red wine vinegar coleslaw is your answer. It's a non-mayo coleslaw that has the perfect easy vinegar dressing base that lasts longer outside than mayo based coleslaw.
[This red wine vinegar coleslaw 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 vinegar based coleslaw make your life easier?
This red wine vinegar 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.
Make it quickly, especially with pre-shredded vegetables or ones you shred in a mandoline or food processor.
What makes it so good?
- Granulated sugar
- Red wine vinegar
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Garlic salt
- Green & Red Cabbage
- Carrots
How do I make this easy coleslaw?
1.Shred cabbage and carrots.
2. Make dressing. Add sugar, red wine vinegar, olive oil, garlic salt, pepper to large mixing bowl. Mix together.
2. Add shredded cabbages and carrots to dressing. Mix together. Let red wine vinegar coleslaw sit on the counter or refrigerate for at least 10 minutes prior to serving.
Enjoy with your favorite main dishes (options listed below).
Substitutions/Tips
- Mix dressing in separate bowl if planning on leftovers. Add it prior to serving.
- Buy pre-shredded cabbage, shred it in a food processor, or use a mandolin to speed up the process.
- Add other veggies to this red wine vinegar coleslaw if you've got veggies that need to be eaten.
- Other great add-ins: chopped nuts, seeds, additional thinly sliced vegetables, etc.
Mains to Enjoy it With
FAQ
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.
This red wine vinegar coleslaw has a vinegar based dressing-which is great if you plan on taking it to an outdoor party and it'll sit out in the sun.
Storage Tips
This red wine vinegar coleslaw should last a couple days to a week in the fridge. Store it in an airtight container.
For best results, store coleslaw and dressing separately. Both can be prepared ahead of time. Still let it sit out for about 10+ minutes before serving.
Other Good Salads
- 5 Minute Soy Sauce Based Coleslaw
- Cucumber & Tomato Salad, Broccoli Salad
- Shaved Zucchini Salad with Corn & Feta
What can I make with leftover ingredients?
- Cabbage: 5 Minute Soy Sauce Based 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
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
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 2 cups green & red cabbage shredded
- 2 carrots shredded
Instructions
- Add 1 Tablespoon sugar, 3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar, 2 Tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper to large mixing bowl. Mix together with fork or tongs.
- Add 2 cups 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.
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.
Deborah @ Confessions of mother runner says
I live on simple cole slaw recipes like this all summer. Light and tasty!
Rebecca says
right?! totally
GiGi Eats says
PRAISE!!! NO MAYO SLAW!!! I am in love. I also LOVEEEEE rainbow recipes/dishes!! 🙂 I am all about colorful food!
Rebecca says
thanks girl
georgie says
yum! love the colour of this dish! and looks so simple and delicious!
Rebecca says
thanks! it's so simple
Sara says
I actually don't eat mayo so I'm excited to find a coleslaw recipe without it! Looks perfect for a picnic or BBQ!
Rebecca says
thanks! it's super refreshing
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
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!
Rebecca says
thanks! it's bursting with flavor for sure
Savita says
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.
Rebecca says
thanks! yes, so many delicious crunchy ingredients here
Veena Azmanov says
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!
Rebecca says
thanks so much! let me know how it turns out
Abbey Sharp says
Honestly, I've always been a fan of coleslaws without mayo anyway, so I must give this recipe a try!
Soniya says
This looks so colorful and vibrant!! Love that there is no mayo in this coleslaw! Perfect side dish for entertaining friend and family ☝️?
Katie Uhran says
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!