Description
Enjoy a creamy and tangy Chick-Fil-A style coleslaw with fresh shredded green cabbage and carrots, tossed in a smooth dressing made with plant-based mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar. This easy-to-make, flavorful coleslaw is a perfect side dish or topping for sandwiches, grilled veggies, and roasted dishes. Its sweet, tangy, and creamy balance makes it a versatile and refreshing addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup carrots, finely grated
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Thinly shred the green cabbage and grate the carrots finely. This combination ensures the coleslaw has the perfect crunch and brightness in every forkful.
- Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the plant-based mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, onion powder (natural), salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Combine and Toss: Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables and toss gently to coat all pieces evenly. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the crispness of the veggies.
- Chill for Flavors to Meld: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. This step helps all the flavors marry beautifully, creating that signature Chick-Fil-A coleslaw taste.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife or mandoline slicer for evenly shredded cabbage and carrots.
- Allow the coleslaw to chill enhances the flavor and texture significantly.
- Taste the dressing before mixing; adjust sugar (natural) to match your preferred sweetness.
- Prepare the coleslaw as close to serving time as possible to keep it crisp.
- Balance apple cider vinegar with enough creamy mayonnaise (plant-based) to avoid overpowering tang.
- Store leftover coleslaw in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Freezing is not recommended as it alters texture upon thawing.
- This dish is best served cold; bring to room temperature if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: coleslaw, Chick-Fil-A style coleslaw, plant-based coleslaw, creamy coleslaw, tangy coleslaw, side dish, gluten free