Homemade Coleslaw Dressing Recipe

Name: Homemade Coleslaw Dressing Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 cup mayo (substitute with vegan mayo or Greek yogurt if desired); 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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by Marcie // June 14, 2021 (updated 5/9/23)

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This creamy, flavorful Homemade Coleslaw Dressing Recipe will make your coleslaw and broccoli salad next level! It comes together in under 5 minutes and includes just 3 ingredients!

Coleslaw dressing in a jar with broccoli salad behind

Most of my life I avoided coleslaw because most included thick, gloppy mayo-based dressings that lacked flavor.

I took matters into my own hands and created this Homemade Coleslaw Dressing Recipe, and it’s been a game changer for me.

This dressing is part of my weekly food prep as broccoli slaw and coleslaw are two of our favorite sides!

Why you’ll love this recipe:

This coleslaw dressing recipe is creamy, sweet and tangy. It’s perfect for coleslaw, broccoli salad and more!
It’s made with just 3 ingredients and it comes together in just 5 minutes.
Make this a no mayo coleslaw dressing by substituting the mayo with Greek yogurt, or sub with vegan mayo to make it vegan.

Recipe ingredients

This coleslaw dressing recipe includes just 3 ingredients, which can be substituted with what you have on hand.

Ingredient notes

Mayo. I typically use avocado oil mayo for my coleslaw dressing as it’s the healthiest choice. The good news is that you can use whatever you have on hand — classic or vegan mayo, or even substitute the mayo with Greek yogurt.
Apple cider vinegar. This is my favorite vinegar to use in this dressing as it adds a sweet, tangy flavor. If you don’t have any on hand, white vinegar or white balsamic vinegar would be good substitutes.
Maple syrup. I love pure maple syrup for it’s flavor, but you may substitute it with honey or your favorite sweetener.

How to make this recipe

This homemade coleslaw dressing is extremely easy to make and comes together in just 5 minutes!

Pro tip: Avocado oil mayo is the healthiest option, but this dressing works with whatever type you have on hand.

Place all ingredients into a medium bowl or wide mouth jar.
Whisk until smooth.

FAQs

How do you make coleslaw dressing from scratch?

Coleslaw dressing is extremely easy to make! This particular recipe includes just 3 ingredients. Simply place the ingredients in a bowl or wide mouth jar and whisk until smooth.

How long does homemade coleslaw dressing last?

This easy coleslaw dressing will last up to two weeks in the fridge stored in an air tight container.

Does vegan mayo taste good?

I use vegan mayo in my coleslaw dressing because I prefer the flavor over classic mayo. I use Vegenaise, but there are many great brands on the market that make creamy, flavorful vegan coleslaw dressing.

How much coleslaw does this dressing make?

This coleslaw dressing recipe makes about 1 cup, which is enough to dress at least a 12 ounce package of shredded cabbage or broccoli slaw.

Recipe notes

Pro tip: Avocado oil mayo is the healthiest option, but this dressing works with whatever type you have on hand.
Make this a no mayo coleslaw dressing by substituting the mayo with Greek yogurt.
This dressing can easily be changed up by adding poppy seeds, celery seeds, curry powder or herbs!
Store dressing in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Spoon drizzling coleslaw dressing into a jar

How to serve coleslaw dressing:

Toss your favorite cabbage blend, broccoli slaw or broccoli florets in this creamy dressing. See the recipes below for inspiration!

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