Vegan Cajun Coleslaw Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Vegan Cajun Coleslaw Salad
15 min.
4
154kcal

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Spice up your side dish game with this vibrant Vegan Cajun Coleslaw Salad! If you're looking for a quick, easy, and absolutely delicious way to add some zest to your meal, look no further. This recipe is a delightful twist on the classic coleslaw, bursting with Cajun flavors and packed with fresh ingredients. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings.

What makes this coleslaw truly special is the creamy, tangy, and subtly spicy Cajun dressing, perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness. We're using a vegan mayonnaise to keep things dairy-free, making it a fantastic option for everyone. The addition of sliced olives brings a briny, savory element that complements the Cajun seasoning beautifully. Imagine the satisfying crunch of romaine lettuce, the sweetness of diced tomatoes, and the herbaceous notes of green onion, all tossed together in a flavor-packed embrace.

This salad isn't just a side dish, it's a celebration of flavors and textures! Serve it as a refreshing starter, a zesty antipasti, or even a satisfying snack. It's naturally vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, so everyone can enjoy it. With only 154 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. Get ready to experience a coleslaw like never before - this Vegan Cajun Coleslaw Salad is a game-changer!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon cajun spice to taste
  • cups coleslaw mix 
  •  green onion minced
  • 0.5 Tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise (I used MindfulMayo - a vegan mayo from Earth Balance)
  • 0.3 cup olives sliced
  • Head the of 1 cos lettuce washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 0.5 Teaspoon dash of stevia extract pure
  •  tomatoes diced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together the mayo, vinegar or lemon juice, seasoning and sweetener in a small bowl.In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients.
  2. Drizzle on the dressing, and stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories154kcal
Protein7.18%
Fat69.32%
Carbs23.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.75
Glycemic Load
0.92
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.739565246779%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
4.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:154.46kcal
7.72%
Fat:12.8g
19.69%
Saturated Fat:1.95g
12.21%
Carbohydrates:9.76g
3.25%
Net Carbohydrates:4.69g
1.71%
Sugar:4.03g
4.48%
Cholesterol:5.88mg
1.96%
Sodium:285.5mg
12.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.98g
5.97%
Vitamin A:14127.96IU
282.56%
Vitamin K:218.83µg
208.41%
Folate:235.58µg
58.9%
Vitamin C:23.85mg
28.91%
Fiber:5.07g
20.27%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.4%
Potassium:541.81mg
15.48%
Iron:1.95mg
10.84%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.11%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.78%
Vitamin E:1.4mg
9.33%
Magnesium:32.01mg
8%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.86%
Calcium:78.55mg
7.86%
Phosphorus:68.86mg
6.89%
Copper:0.12mg
6.02%
Vitamin B3:0.82mg
4.11%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.59%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.49%
Selenium:1.19µg
1.7%