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Easy Low Carb & Keto Coleslaw Recipe [+VIDEO]

Last Updated March 11, 2022. Published September 3, 2021 By Davinah Cenou Montezuma

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This easy, deli-style Low Carb & Keto coleslaw is the perfect side dish to bring to a keto barbecue or picnic. It’s free from added sugar, gluten-free, and takes less than 5 minutes to make. Enjoy it with my keto bbq ribs, bbq pulled pork, or bacon-wrapped chicken kabobs.

a bowl of keto coleslaw with a fork in it

Why Make This

At face value, you might think all coleslaw is keto-friendly because it includes low-carb vegetables and a good fat source if it’s mayo-based.

But, many of the deli-style varieties that we enjoy on Rubens or other sandwiches have some added sugar, making it less than ideal for those cutting refined sugar.

This easy keto coleslaw recipe takes just a few minutes to make. Plus, it includes all-natural substitutes for sugar that give it a lightly sweet taste without refined sugar.

Ingredients Needed

the ingredients for keto coleslaw on a flat surface with name labels
  • Shredded Cabbage (Coleslaw Mix): You can use your favorite bagged mix or shred the cabbage with a food processor or shredder. I like bagged mix because it saves time.
  • Monk Fruit Erythritol: the granular or powdered versions work fine. I’m using this to add sweetness. It’s also a 1:1 substitute for regular sugar.
  • Apple Cider Vinegar & Mayo: some people choose to make their coleslaw dressing with mayo or vinegar. For me, I prefer both. The mayo offers a creaminess and the vinegar makes it a tad tangy. I chose apple cider because, to me, it has a milder taste than regular vinegar.
  • Spices: to make the dressing flavorful, I also added garlic powder, onion, powder, celery seeds, sea salt and pepper.

How to Make This

Combine the dressing ingredients in a large mixing bowl (photo 1).

Once the keto coleslaw dressing is ready, pour it on the coleslaw veggies (photos 2-3).

Use tongs to mix the coleslaw until the cabbage and dressing are incorporated (photo 4).

step by step photo tutorial for how to make keto coleslaw

Top Cooking Tips & FAQs

  • Swap the fat: I’m using my favorite mayo, but you could use any option that you enjoy. Some of have swapped mayo for avocado or one that is paleo or Whole30 compliant.
  • Substitute the vinegar: If you don’t have apple cider vinegar on hand, you can use lemon juice. Or, you could use a different style of vinegar.
  • Spices: I’m using a few spices in this recipe. But, you can always adjust them to taste. For example, if you don’t like the taste of onion powder, then you can omit it. Or, if you love garlic flavor, you can add more.
  • Keto Sweetener: you can substitute Monk Fruit Erythritol for other 1:1 substitute no-carb sweeteners. If you don’t have that on hand, feel free to use Plain Erythritol, Plain Monk Fruit, Allulose or Stevia. Just adjust to your tastes.
Is coleslaw keto-friendly?

My low-carb coleslaw recipe has 2 grams of net carbs. So you can enjoy my keto coleslaw, in moderation, whenever you would serve coleslaw. See below for some meal planning ideas.

Can you use mayo or vinegar in keto coleslaw dressing?

Mayo and vinegar are both very low in carbs so either is a good choice for keto coleslaw. I prefer to mix the two because it adds a creamy and tangy flavor. But, if you prefer to have one or the other, you can adjust to suit your preferences.

two bowls of keto coleslaw with green onions and salt

Recipes to enjoy this with

This keto coleslaw is an excellent addition to any barbeque meal.

One of my favorite pairings is on a keto pulled pork sandwich, which uses my Keto BBQ Pulled Pork, coleslaw and a low carb bun.

Another option is to enjoy this recipe with keto bbq ribs or bacon wrapped bbq kabobs, keto potato salad, and keto cornbread.

If you try this recipe, please stop back and leave it a star rating and/or a review in the comments. Stay connected & share photos of your creations with me & others on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest! 

keto coleslaw in a bowl with a fork

Easy Low Carb & Keto Coleslaw Recipe

This tangy Low Carb & Keto coleslaw makes the perfect keto side dish to bring to picnics or to serve up with keto barbecue. Includes just 2g net carbs.
Prep: 5 mins
Ready in: 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Servings: 6
Calories: 147kcal
Author: Davinah
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Equipment

1 Mixing Bowl
1 Tongs

Ingredients

  • 14 oz Coleslaw Mix, a 12-16 oz bag will work fine
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1.5 tbsp Powdered Monk Fruit Erythritol
  • 3 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar, start with 2 tbsp and add more to taste
  • 1 tsp Natural Ancient Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp celery seeds
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Onion Powder, optional

Instructions

  • Mix all of the ingredients for the dressing
  • Add the coleslaw mix. You can serve immediately, but this tastes best when refrigerated for at least 2 hours

Nutrition Details

Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 519mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 77IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg

The nutrition facts come from entering the recipe ingredients into Spoonacular API, a database of food ingredients. They may vary for any recipe based on the exact product used. The keto sweeteners I use have 0g net carbs & are not included because sugar alcohols do not impact most people. This is provided as a courtesy, but you can do your own calculations if you wish!

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Comments

  1. Tina says

    May 13, 2022 at 3:00 pm

    5 stars
    I literally just made this, put in the fridge to chill while I wait for the pork bbq to finish up in my Instant Pot, and sat down at my laptop to tell you how good this coleslaw recipe is. The sauce is incredible and I have to admit that I licked the mixing bowl clean after I transferred the coleslaw to a serving bowl. So, so good. Thank you for sharing this recipe. I definitely agree with you about using both mayo and apple cider vinegar! 🙂

    Reply
    • Dr. Davinah's Eats Team says

      May 24, 2022 at 2:50 am

      We’re so glad that you enjoyed this recipe. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Brad The Gay Gay says

    March 6, 2022 at 3:35 pm

    5 stars
    Picky cole slaw people will pick this recipe over and over again! I made for a group of men – I didn’t tell them it was low carb or “special” in any way. They loved it! What I love about this recipe is you don’t have to buy any special ingredients… it’s all stuff I have in the fridge – so no having to buy a quart of buttermilk or heavy cream when you only need 2T for the recipe. I used two packets of Stevia and Kosher Salt instead of the fancy ingredients and it worked perfectly. (Started with 2t of ACV, but added about another 1/2t and it came out perfect

    Reply
    • Dr. Davinah's Eats Team says

      March 6, 2022 at 3:40 pm

      We really appreciate you stopping back to write such a thoughtful review. Thank you for trying our recipe.

      Reply
  3. Erica says

    February 22, 2022 at 12:01 pm

    5 stars
    So delicious and easy to make. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Dr. Davinah's Eats Team says

      March 4, 2022 at 5:31 am

      Thank you so much for trying our recipe. We’re glad you loved it.

      Reply
  4. Mikw says

    November 20, 2021 at 5:13 pm

    5 stars
    So good! Used Swerve Conffectioners because it’s what I had, And 2Tbsp of Bragg Organic Apple Cider vinegar was perfect. Husband went for 2nds, saying it was the best cole slaw he’d had in ages – definitely better than anything he every bought. Thanks for this recipe.

    Reply
    • Dr. Davinah's Eats Team says

      March 5, 2022 at 5:14 am

      Thank you so much for trying our recipe. We’re glad you enjoyed it.

      Reply
  5. Ty says

    August 11, 2021 at 7:22 am

    5 stars
    FINALLY!! A coleslaw recipe that doesn’t taste like sugary candy or sour vinegar. I adjusted the vinegar as suggested, 2 Tbl, Also adjusted the sweetner to 1 1/2 tsp. Perfection! for my family. My only fault was not making more, I think it would have been even better day 2.

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      September 3, 2021 at 9:31 am

      So happy that you enjoyed this, Ty! I also appreciate you for taking the time to share your review and tips! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Andy says

    August 10, 2021 at 4:05 pm

    5 stars
    I loved this recipe! Thank you! I do have a quick question, is there any reason I shouldn’t make a big batch of this ahead of time and store in the fridge?

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      September 3, 2021 at 9:32 am

      Hi Andy,

      Glad you enjoyed it. You can make as large a batch as you wish! One reader told me they make this regularly in a large tub.

      Best,
      Davinah

      Reply
  7. Lauri Howe says

    May 26, 2021 at 7:40 am

    5 stars
    This recipe is delicious! I am hooked. I chopped my own red and green cabbage and added some chopped leeks. It is SO good!

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      September 3, 2021 at 9:32 am

      Hi Lauri!

      I love that you added some leeks to this recipe. Yum!

      Reply
  8. Kimberly Dickson says

    May 11, 2021 at 11:12 am

    5 stars
    This is my favorite cold slaw recipe! I love it , delicious and easy to make

    Reply
  9. Jeanette says

    May 3, 2021 at 8:04 am

    5 stars
    This was really good! Made as described. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      September 3, 2021 at 9:33 am

      Glad this worked out for you as written! Appreciate you for taking the time to review it.

      Reply
  10. Kimberly says

    April 26, 2021 at 10:38 am

    5 stars
    This is the best recipe I’ve ever found! Super delicious and easy to make!

    Reply
  11. Jia says

    September 3, 2020 at 7:54 pm

    5 stars
    I loved the way this came out. I’m new to the keto lifestyle and appreciate your recipes. I used all the ACV and it gave it the perfect kick 👌🏽. I look forward to making many more of your recipes.

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      September 6, 2020 at 10:14 am

      Jia,

      I’m so happy that you enjoyed this. Happy to be one of the ones to add great flavor to your keto journey! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Maria says

    June 25, 2020 at 12:16 am

    5 stars
    So easy and delicious! The only thing I omitted was the celery seeds because I didn’t have any on hand. It turned out great, and definitely tastes better after sitting in the fridge for a few hours. I paired this coleslaw with your Air Fryer fried chicken drumsticks recipe. Very tasty!

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      January 22, 2021 at 9:26 am

      Yay! I love this meal combo that you made. And agree about letting it sit in the refrigerator…sometimes mine doesn’t last that long though! Thanks for taking the time to stop back and write a review.

      Reply
  13. Susan says

    June 24, 2020 at 8:02 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a delicious Cole slaw! I make it all the time to bring as a dish to pass! Love it so much!! Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      January 22, 2021 at 9:26 am

      I’m so happy that you enjoyed this, Susan! Really appreciate you stopping back to review it. 🙂

      Reply
  14. Pepper M. says

    June 20, 2020 at 10:16 am

    5 stars
    I made this and added blue cheese crumbles, Oh My Gosh!!!!! The best!!!! Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      June 21, 2020 at 1:29 pm

      Pepper! I love that you added some blue cheese crumbles and enjoyed this! Appreciate you stopping back to leave a review.

      Reply
  15. Rachel says

    June 16, 2020 at 2:46 pm

    5 stars
    I never review recipes, but this is so amazingly good I had to speak up, I did use just 2T of vinegar as mentioned. I have to be careful with this because I want to eat all of it!

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      June 16, 2020 at 3:37 pm

      Hi Rachel,

      Thanks so much for leaving a review. It really helps people who’ve never been to site decide whether or not to make it. I’m so happy that you enjoyed this! I actually have a bag of coleslaw in the refrigerator now so that I can make it again this week!

      Best,
      Davinah

      Reply
  16. Cathy says

    April 26, 2020 at 5:52 pm

    I love this recipe! So simple and quick to throw together I prefer an unsweetend coleslaw and therefore omitted the sweetener. It is perfect 🙂 thanks for the recipe ?

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      April 26, 2020 at 8:44 pm

      Thanks a lot, Cathy!

      Happy that you enjoyed this and was able to modify the sweetener to suit your preferences.

      Best,
      Davinah

      Reply
  17. Eileen says

    March 31, 2020 at 3:25 pm

    My whole family loved this recipe. I also only used 2; tbsp of acv and it was perfect. It’s a keeper! Thank you ?

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      April 1, 2020 at 11:05 am

      Hi Eileen!

      So happy that you enjoyed this recipe and that 2 tbsp of ACV was enough for you. Appreciate you for taking the time to write a review.

      Best,
      Davinah

      Reply
  18. Renee says

    March 22, 2020 at 5:20 pm

    This is a great recipe , though I found that 3 tbls of ACV is too much. I reduced to two and it’s perfect! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      March 23, 2020 at 11:19 am

      Hi Renee!

      Thanks for this tip. I’m posting it here in case others would like to add 2 AVC to start then taste before adding more. Happy you enjoyed this!

      Best,
      Davinah

      Reply
  19. Jacqui says

    March 9, 2020 at 11:13 am

    5 stars
    Excellent recipe! Only used 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar. Delish. Thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      March 9, 2020 at 4:06 pm

      Thanks for reviewing this! Happy you enjoyed it. 🙂

      Reply
  20. Suzanne says

    January 5, 2020 at 2:26 pm

    5 stars
    This is fantastic! I’ve been hungry for coleslaw and all of the recipes I found had sugar. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      January 5, 2020 at 3:31 pm

      Hi Suzanne!

      Happy you enjoyed this! Thanks a lot for stopping back to let me know.

      Best,
      Davinah

      Reply
  21. Kristy says

    November 3, 2019 at 4:58 pm

    What is the serving size????

    Reply
    • Davinah says

      December 2, 2019 at 7:21 am

      Hi Kristy,

      There are about 3 cups of coleslaw in a bag so a serving is about 1/2 cup.

      Thanks,
      Davinah

      Reply

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