Cajun Coleslaw

Name: Cajun Coleslaw
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 6 cups green cabbage, shredded; 2 cups red cabbage, shredded; 1 cup carrots, grated; 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely diced; 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 2 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1 tsp Louisiana hot sauce; 1/2 tsp celery seeds

A spicy, zesty twist on classic coleslaw featuring shredded cabbage, green bell pepper, and a kick from Creole spices.

15 minEasyServes 6140 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 cups green cabbage, shredded
2 cups red cabbage, shredded
1 cup carrots, grated
1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp Louisiana hot sauce
1/2 tsp celery seeds

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp Louisiana hot sauce, and 1/2 tsp celery seeds until smooth.
2

Add 6 cups shredded green cabbage, 2 cups shredded red cabbage, 1 cup grated carrots, 1/2 cup finely diced green bell pepper, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions to the bowl with the dressing.
3

Toss all ingredients thoroughly until the cabbage mixture is completely coated.
4

Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for Cajun seasoning in Cajun Coleslaw?

The entry for Cajun Coleslaw calls for 2 tsp Cajun seasoning. In its place: Two parts paprika to one part each of garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, oregano and cayenne, with salt.

Can I make Cajun Coleslaw less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Cajun Coleslaw comes from 1 tsp Louisiana hot sauce. For a milder plate, start with half the hot sauce and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes.

Is Cajun Coleslaw low-carb?

A serving of Cajun Coleslaw carries 8 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

Does Cajun Coleslaw contain eggs?

Yes: 1/2 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Can I freeze Cajun Coleslaw?

It is not a good candidate. Refrigerate what is left of Cajun Coleslaw within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

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