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Crisp, crunchy cabbage and carrots combine with a luscious dressing that brings together the sweetness of pure maple syrup with a hint of tangy vinegar. This vibrant coleslaw isn’t just a side dish; it’s a memory in the making! Make this your signature side by pairing it with pulled BBQ sandwiches, summer grilling and picnic lunches.
Tip: Use a mixture of green/cannonball cabbage and red cabbage to make this dish pop with color!
Also, if you’re looking for a coleslaw with no mayonanaise, this is a perfect option!
Maple Maple Coleslaw Recipe
Maple coleslaw is a fun twist on the classic coleslaw, featuring a sweet and slightly smoky flavor thanks to the addition of maple syrup.
Maple syrup adds a rich depth to the dressing, complementing the crispness of shredded cabbage and carrots. This unique variation offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy notes, creating a refreshing and flavorful side dish for various meals.
You can browse a wide selection of maple syrups here. Keep in mind that all maple syrups are not equal. If you have tried a maple syrup in the past and you found it to be bitter, try again. It’s probably just that brand or particular harvest or process that you do not like.
Make sure that you use real maple syrup in the recipe, and not corn syrup – which is what most table syrups are. It can greatly affect the taste of the recipe if maple syrup is not used.
Grab your veggie grater, and let’s get started!
Ingredients to Make Maple Coleslaw
Gathering ingredients to make maple coleslaw involves selecting fresh cabbage, carrots, and other vegetables, as well as choosing a high-quality maple syrup to infuse the dish with its distinctive sweetness.
- 1/2 Cup sunflower oil
- 1/2 Cup vinegar
- 1/4 Cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp. celery seed
- 1/2 large head of cabbage, grated
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced rings
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced rings
- 3 large carrots, grated
- 1 large red bell pepper, chopped thin
- 1/4 Cup parsley, chopped thin
How to Make Make Maple Coleslaw
STEP 1: In medium – large saucepan: mix oil, vinegar, maple syrup, mustard powder, celery seed, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
STEP 2: Allow to simmer for just a few minutes.
STEP 3: Remove from heat and allow to cool in refrigerator for a few hours.
STEP 4: Grate the cabbage with a veggie grater, slice and chop veggies. Place in large bowl and mix with dressing.
STEP 5: Allow to chill for a few hours before serving.
I hope you give it a try and let me know what you think in the comments below!
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How to Make Maple Coleslaw
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Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup sunflower oil
- 1/2 Cup vinegar
- 1/4 Cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp. celery seed
- 1/2 large head of cabbage grated
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced rings
- 1 small yellow onion thinly sliced rings
- 3 large carrots grated
- 1 large red bell pepper chopped thin
- 1/4 Cup parsley chopped thin
Instructions
- In medium – large saucepan: mix oil, vinegar, maple syrup, mustard powder, celery seed, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Allow to simmer for just a few minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool in refrigerator for a few hours.
- Grate the cabbage with a veggie grater, slice and chop veggies. Place in large bowl and mix with dressing.
- Allow to chill for a few hours before serving.