Make this simple and easy keto coleslaw as a cold side at a summer BBQ or with any entree. Made with simple, fresh ingredients, the flavorful crunch will have you asking for seconds.
This coleslaw and my kale salad are my go-to sides for keto-friendly BBQs or steak dinners. They’re foolproof recipes, as you just need to chop up crunchy veggies. And, the best part is it’s healthy and has zero added sugar!
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Recommended ingredients
All ingredients for this recipe are gluten-free, low carb and keto friendly.
Use the following ingredients for this recipe:
- white or green cabbage
- red cabbage
- carrots
- mayonnaise
- white wine vinegar or lemon juice
- chopped shallots (just the green part) or chives
- chopped walnuts
- pumpkin seeds
- Salt and ground pepper to taste
Carbs in coleslaw
Traditional coleslaw, with added sugar, typically has 8.3 carbs per serving. This recipe only has 5 g. net carbs per 1 cupmserving.
Calories in coleslaw
If you’re looking for a low calorie side dish, this is the perfect recipe for you.
Only 250 calories per serving and you’re getting a nice helping of veggies too.
How to make coleslaw
- first, chop veggies
- then, add nuts for crunch
- next, toss in dressing ingredients
I loaded this coleslaw with seeds and nuts, as I was looking for a crunchy and hearty dish. This side goes great by itself, but it’s also a good alternative as a side dish for sandwiches or vegetable burgers.
FAQ
How to store coleslaw
Coleslaw, like many summer sides, is best served after it has chilled for a few hours in the fridge.
If you’re camping, it should keep fine in the cooler on ice for 2-3 days.
Best way to serve coleslaw
Before serving, stir the dish, as some of the flavor may be concentrated at the bottom of the dish.
What to serve with coleslaw
Coleslaw is the perfect side to accompany pork chops, chicken, and other savory dishes. Serve atop fish tacos or chili dogs too!
Substitutions and additions
- This salad has enough pumpkin seeds and walnuts to constitute a satisfying meal.
- Replace pumpkin seeds with sunflower seeds and walnuts with almonds or pecan nuts.
- How to make it without mayo: If you’re not a fan of mayonnaise, try your favorite low carb salad dressing instead.
- How to make it without nuts/seeds: I recommend subbing out seeds and nuts for diced peppers or other extra veggies, like fresh peas.
Keto Coleslaw {Crunchy!}
Ingredients
- ¼ white or green cabbage
- ¼ red cabbage
- 4 small carrots or bell peppers, mushroom for strict keto
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar or lemon juice
- ¼ cup shallots chopped
- ½ cup walnuts chopped
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop cabbage into thin slices and shred carrots. Place them in a big salad bowl.
- Chop the green part of a shallot, fresh chives would work perfectly well too.
- Chop the walnuts in small pieces.
- Bring all the ingredients to the salad bowl. Toss veggies with vinegar and mayonnaise. Add some salt and ground pepper adjusted to taste.
- Chill for 2-3 hours and serve.
Notes
- Replace pumpkin seeds with sunflower seeds and walnuts with almonds or pecan nuts.
- How to make it without mayo: If you’re not a fan of mayonnaise, try your favorite low carb salad dressing instead.
- How to make it without nuts/seeds: I recommend subbing out seeds and nuts for diced peppers or other extra veggies, like fresh peas.
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