with summer kicking off it is a great time to be making some vegan coleslaw! these easy vegan coleslaw is yummy and refreshing. instead of using vegan mayo we use hummus to make it creamy.
Coleslaw is a classic side dish that is definitely a summer staple. It pairs perfectly with the dishes you find at barbecues and offers a light refreshing side dish. I keep this recipe very simple by using bagged cabbage/veggie slaw mix and using hummus! The hummus adds creaminess without having to use vegan mayo.
the ingredients
- Veggie Slaw/Cabbage Slaw: most food stores will have a bagged mix of a veggie slaw or cabbage slaw. I like to find the ones with have some carrots in it!
- Hummus: you just need regular hummus but you can play around with using flavored hummus as well.
- Grade A Maple Syrup: typically coleslaw uses a little bit of sugar so I opted for using maple syrup but you can use agave or cane sugar as well.
- Apple Cider Vinegar: this adds tang and acidity to the coleslaw. It also helps to break down the cabbage. You can use white vinegar in its place.
- Salt/Pepper: seasonings for flavor.
- Water: to help thin the dressing for the coleslaw.
why hummus?
Why not?! In all honesty I am not a big fan of vegan mayo. I wanted to keep the coleslaw still creamy and I figured why not use hummus! It is delicious, sneaks in a big of plant protein from the chickpeas, and keeps this recipe allergy friendly with no use of nuts. There are a wide variety of brands of hummus making it easy to find one you like. However, if you would like to use vegan mayo here of course you can totally do that.
why you’ll love this vegan coleslaw
The vegan coleslaw is so easy to make! It is great to prepare ahead of time for a summer party or bbq. The vegan coleslaw is the perfect side dish because it is light and refreshing compared to some potentially heavier side dishes. You can really customize this and make it your own with different seasonings and flavors. You can even try incorporating different vegetables in like very finely sliced peppers. It is so easy to make and comes together in just a few minutes.
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easy vegan coleslaw faq
- Is this recipe gluten free? Yes.
- Is this recipe soy free? Yes.
- Is this recipe nut free? Yes.
- How long will this last in the fridge? Up to 3 days.
- Can I shred my own cabbage? Of course, I just like the premade slaw mixes to make this go quicker.
- Can I freeze this? No.
- How do I store this? In the fridge in a container.
- Can I use vegan mayo instead of hummus? Yes
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Easy Vegan Coleslaw
Ingredients
- 12 ounces cabbage slaw
- ½ cup hummus
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon grade-A maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- In a bowl whisk together all the ingredients except the cabbage. Whisk until a thick liquid has formed.
- Pour over the cabbage slaw blend.
- Toss to coat. Taste and add any additional seasonings to your preference.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or until ready to eat.
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Notes
- Nutrition facts are based on my gram measurements for recipes. They should be used as a guideline for your recipe as there is no way to ensure your nutrition facts will be exactly the same.
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So delicious! I added some toasted sesame seeds for crunch 😄
Ooooh love that! so glad you enjoyed it thank you for trying!!!
What all veggies in in u our 2 ounces of cabbage slaw?
Hi Jane, I am a little confused by this comment but I am assuming you want to know what veggies are in the slaw. It is just green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrots.