This vegan coleslaw skips the eggs and dairy but keeps every bit of the crunch. Thinly sliced cabbage, shredded carrot, and scallion get tossed in a creamy dressing built from vegan mayo, apple cider vinegar, Dijon, maple syrup, and celery seed — tangy, a little sweet, and rich without any dairy. It’s the classic deli-style slaw, just entirely plant-based.
The cabbage, carrots, and scallions come from Courage to Grow Farms, harvested close to when they’re prepped rather than trucked in from across the country. That short trip matters most in a raw salad like this, where fresher produce holds its crunch and more of its vitamin C.
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Vegan Coleslaw
Crisp cabbage, carrot, and scallion tossed in a tangy-sweet, egg-free creamy dressing.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup vegan mayo175 g
- 3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar45 ml
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard15 g
- 1 Tbsp pure maple syrup15 ml
- ¾ tsp celery seed1.5 g
- 8 cups cabbage, thinly sliced720 g
- 2 carrots, shredded120 g
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced45 g
- Kosher salt & pepper to taste—
Instructions
- 1 Make the dressing.In a medium bowl, whisk together the vegan mayo, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and celery seed. Season with salt and several grinds of pepper.
- 2 Toss the slaw.In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, and scallions. Pour the dressing over the top and toss until every strand is evenly coated.
- 3 Season & serve.Taste and adjust with more salt and pepper. Serve right away for maximum crunch, or chill 15–20 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Chef C’s Tips
“Slice the cabbage as thin as you can — a mandoline makes quick work of it and gives you that classic deli-style crunch.”
“Let the slaw sit 15–20 minutes before serving. The cabbage softens just slightly and really soaks up the dressing.”
Nutrition Facts
- Calories350
- Protein3 g
- Total Fat30 g
- Sat. Fat3 g
- Carbs18 g
- Fiber6 g
- Sodium400 mg
- Sugar10 g

