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Published July 22, 2020 | Last Updated July 18, 2021 By Barbara Bianchi 4 Comments

Keto Low Carb Coleslaw

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This delicious keto coleslaw recipe is made with avocado mayo for a healthy no added sugar side dish.

Keto low carb coleslaw

With summer upon us, it’s picnic and barbecue time! And that means it’s time for coleslaw.

Store bought coleslaw can be loaded with sugar. So why not make it at home? You can control the ingredients for a guilt-free, healthier side dish that everyone at your table will love.

What makes this coleslaw recipe special? Sugar-free avocado mayo. It’s delicious.

If you don’t count salt and pepper, this recipe has only two ingredients. 

Ingredients

  • Cabbage
  • Avocado mayo

Mayonnaise has very little carbs, but we need to watch out for hidden sugar.

I always recommend nutritious sugar-free avocado oil mayonnaise from Primal Kitchen.

As stated on the label, there are just five real-food ingredients: pure avocado oil, organic eggs, organic vinegar, sea salt and rosemary extract. Perfect dressing ingredients.

Is cabbage good for you?

You bet it is. In addition to being a good source of potassium, folate, and vitamin K, it can also boost your body’s natural defenses against disease. Read more here.

Let me show you how easy it is to make this coleslaw.

Instructions

*Free printable recipe card is available at the end of the post.

I like to shred my cabbage into small pieces. The easiest way to do this is in the food processor fitted with the shredding attachment. Zip, zip, and it’s done.

If you prefer your coleslaw thinly sliced, you can use the slicing attachment. 

collage showing shredded cabbage and sliced cabbage

Next, transfer the cut cabbage to a large mixing bowl and mix in your mayo. Fold it all over until your cabbage is covered.

woman's hands folding mayo into cabbage

And that’s it. Easy peasy. Healthy, creamy coleslaw. 

I love the simple taste of this coleslaw. If you’d like to add salt and pepper, taste the coleslaw first and then add as needed. 

finished bowl of coleslaw

It’s good to eat right away or you can cover and chill the bowl of coleslaw in the fridge to marinate until you’re ready to serve. As the mixture sits, the cabbage will release some water. Stir it up and then serve.   

Pro tips and recipe notes

  • How to core your cabbage: First, remove the thick outer leaves of your cabbage. Then, with a chef’s knife, cut your cabbage in half lengthwise, all the way through the core. Next, you’ll need to remove the triangular core. To do this, cut into the core at an angle where the stem meets the leaves of the cabbage and remove it. Now you’re ready to slice it.

    Store the extra half: You can wrap the unused half tightly in plastic wrap or in a plastic bag, making sure to push all the air out. Store it in your fridge in the crisper drawer.

    Don’t have a food processor or just don’t feel like taking it out? This mandoline also works for slicing thin strips. Or just chop or slice your cabbage by hand with a sharp chef’s knife.

  • I love this creamy recipe. If you like a bit of vinegar, go ahead and add it. But only add a tiny bit. Seriously, I added way too much apple cider vinegar one time, and I had to throw the whole batch out. Bleh. So just a small amount to taste.
  • What else will you add to your coleslaw mix? Lemon juice? Shredded carrots? Red or white onions? Chives? Your favorite sweetener or garlic or a little dry mustard? How about chopped pickles, celery, or peppers if you like crunchiness? It’s up to you.
  • Can you use red cabbage? Yes, or you can go with half red cabbage and half green.
  • If you want to take a short cut, you can usually find a bag of cabbage already sliced or shredded in the grocery store. 
  • Your coleslaw will keep for 3-5 days in your fridge.

finished in a rustic white dish

Go ahead. Have a taste and let me know what you think.

forkful of coleslaw

Make the most of summer with this nourishing creamy side dish.

And if you have any questions, please reach out to me in the comments or shoot me an email, and I’ll respond ASAP!

More picnic and barbecue recipes 

Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade Pressé: Pour sparkling raspberry lemonade pressé over ice on a hot, summer afternoon. Mixed with chilled, lightly sparkling water, it makes a wonderfully refreshing drink.

Healthier Potato Salad: Follow my tips to reduce the Glycemic Index of your potatoes and then by tossing them with a lemon vinaigrette, you can make a delicious bacon and potato salad that will be healthier for everyone.

Barbecued Spareribs: This is the best gluten free barbecued spareribs recipe. Promise. And it’s paleo, whole 30 compliant, dairy free, and keto friendly with zero carbs!

Chicken Wings: These delicious naked gluten free chicken wings have no batter or breading on them. So they fit right into the keto way of eating. 

How to make super-nutritious sauerkraut: You’re going to love this sauerkraut. There’s nothing like the taste of homemade.

Surówka: This is a a Polish sauerkraut, carrot and apple salad that’s healthy and delicious.

Watch how to make it

 
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Keto Low Carb Coleslaw

This delicious keto low carb coleslaw is made with avocado mayo for a healthy no sugar side dish.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword avocado mayo, keto coleslaw, keto recipes, low carb coleslaw
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 127kcal
Author Barbara Bianchi

Ingredients

  • 1/2 of a cabbage about 1 1/2 pounds
  • 3/4 cups avocado mayo

Instructions

  • Core and shred you cabbage. Then transfer your cabbage to a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix in your mayo. Fold it all over until your cabbage is covered.
  • It's good to eat right away or cover and chill it in the fridge to marinate about 1 hour or until you're ready to serve. As the mixture sits, the cabbage will release some water. Stir it up and serve.

Notes

  • How to core your cabbage: First, remove the thick outer leaves of your cabbage. Then, with a chef’s knife, cut your cabbage in half lengthwise, all the way through the core. Next, you’ll need to remove the triangular core. To do this, cut into the core at an angle where the stem meets the leaves of the cabbage and remove it. Now you’re ready to slice it.
    Store the extra half: You can wrap the unused half tightly in plastic wrap or in a plastic bag, making sure to push all the air out. Store it in your fridge in the crisper drawer.
    Don’t have a food processor or just don’t feel like taking it out? This mandoline also works for slicing thin strips. Or just chop or slice your cabbage by hand with a sharp chef’s knife.
  • I love this creamy recipe. If you like a bit of vinegar, go ahead and add it. But only add a tiny bit. Seriously, I added way too much apple cider vinegar one time and I had to throw the whole batch out. Bleh. So just a small amount to taste.
  • What else will you add to your coleslaw mix? Lemon juice? Shredded carrots? Red or white onions? Chives? Your favorite sweetener or garlic or a little dry mustard? How about chopped pickles, celery, or peppers if you like crunchiness? It's up to you.
  • Can you use red cabbage? Yes you can or go with half red cabbage and half green.
  • If you want to take a shortcut, you can usually buy cole slaw mix already sliced in the store. 
  • Your coleslaw will keep for 3-5 days in your fridge.

Nutrition

Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.6g
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  1. Keto Connect says

    August 10, 2020 at 3:17 am

    5 stars
    Learned some new stuff with very detailed information.

    Reply
    • Barbara Bianchi says

      August 10, 2020 at 10:43 am

      Hi there,
      I’m glad to hear that. And thanks for the stars!

      Reply

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