Description
This Creamy Coconut Coleslaw is a refreshing and dairy-free twist on the classic coleslaw, featuring a rich and tangy coconut milk-based dressing combined with crisp green and purple cabbage. Perfect as a vibrant side dish, it balances creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors with a hint of horseradish, delivering a delicious accompaniment for summer barbecues or everyday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1/2 medium green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1/4 small purple cabbage, very thinly sliced
Dressing
- 1/2 cup real mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup coconut milk (original, unsweetened)
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 1 tsp horseradish cream sauce
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup unsweetened original coconut milk, 1 teaspoon horseradish cream sauce, 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice if preferred) until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
- Prepare the cabbage: In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced green cabbage and very thinly sliced purple cabbage, enjoying the contrast in texture and color between the larger green pieces and thinner purple shreds.
- Combine: Pour the prepared creamy dressing over the cabbage mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure that the dressing evenly coats all the cabbage.
- Serve: Just before serving, give the coleslaw a quick stir to redistribute any dressing that may have settled at the bottom. Enjoy the fresh, tangy, and creamy coleslaw as a delightful side dish.
Notes
- You can substitute lemon juice for apple cider vinegar if preferred; both work equally well.
- For best texture, slice the cabbage as thinly as possible, especially the purple cabbage.
- This coleslaw is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- The addition of horseradish cream adds a subtle heat and depth, but it can be adjusted or omitted according to taste.
- Use real mayonnaise for the creamiest texture; lighter versions may alter the richness.
