This carrot and raisin coleslaw is such an easy recipe to put together. It takes just 10 minutes to make this delicious creamy coleslaw and it's healthier than shop bought too!
Folks, with summer well under way and hopefully plenty of hot, sunny days, this carrot and raisin coleslaw is the perfect healthy salad to serve with dinner.
It's light, refreshing, and complements any meal beautifully.
This is such a simple coleslaw recipe, yet it tastes amazing.
It has just the right amount of creamy sweetness and a great crunchy texture.
You'll love how the flavours meld together.
You'll find this recipe isn't drenched in mayonnaise either, so you can actually still savour the vegetables!
It's a delightful way to enjoy the freshness of summer produce!
There's no cooking required, and the recipe requires minimal ingredients.
It's incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy days.
I've used a light, lower-calorie mayonnaise and a little cider vinegar to create the creamy, tangy sauce.
This combination provides a delightful flavour without adding too many calories.
No sweetener is needed either, which keeps the coleslaw healthier.
The raisins add all the sweetness you need, and you can always add more to your carrot and raisin slaw if you feel it isn't sweet enough.
This recipe is both delicious and guilt-free!
Whilst this easy coleslaw is a perfect accompaniment for your BBQ’s or salad, it can be enjoyed for all year round too!
For instance it goes really well with cold meats like turkey or chicken.
So why not also use this recipe to liven up any festive left over turkey?
We love this family carrot raisin coleslaw.
There's plenty to go round so I hope you will love this easy recipe too!
Tips For Making Carrot And Raisin Coleslaw
- I use a food processor (see equipment below) in order to shred the fresh cabbage and carrots quickly.
- If you have a mandolin you could use that (carefully) to shred the cabbage and a hand grater to grate the carrots.
- If you do not have a food processor, mandolin or hand grater or are limited on time you could buy bags of already shredded cabbage and carrots from your local supermarket.
- You could add other fruits like diced apple or sliced seedless grapes to change up the flavour here if you wanted to.
- Check the seasoning again, prior to serving if you have left your coleslaw in the fridge.
- I like to add a little tabasco sauce to spice my coleslaw up a little. Feel free to add that too if you wish!
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Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Pyrex mixing glass bowl
- Kitchen scale
- Chopping board
- Kitchen knives
- Measuring spoons
- Food processor
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My Other Popular Coleslaw Recipes
- Easy healthier coleslaw is the perfect side for your BBQ’s and salads. Made with a lower calorie dressing this creamy coleslaw serves up to 8 people.
- Creamy kale coleslaw with apple is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional coleslaw. Plus it’s perfect at any time of the year!
- Cabbage and radish slaw is a wonderfully quick, freshly tasting and healthy side dish to go with your BBQ’s and salads! At only 62 calories a serving, there’s no guilt with piling this high on your plate!
Carrot And Raisin Coleslaw Recipe
Whilst you can serve your carrot and raisin coleslaw immediately I do recommend allowing at least one hour in the fridge to let the flavours marinate together.
You can keep this coleslaw in the fridge for up to 2 days.
I’d love to hear what you think of my recipe in the comments below and please do rate my recipe 5* if you like it! 🙂
Carrot and Raisin Coleslaw Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 225 g head white cabbage shredded
- 85 g carrots shredded
- 80 g raisins
- 80 g light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- Dash Tabasco Sauce*
- Freshly ground salt and pepper
Instructions
- Place the shredded cabbage, carrots and raisins into a large bowl.
- Create the dressing by mixing the mayonnaise and cider vinegar in a small bowl. Add a dash of tabasco (if required) then season with salt and pepper.
- Add the dressing to the large bowl mix together well to combine.
- Serve immediately or place in the fridge and until required.
David @ Spiced
I love a good coleslaw! I've never had coleslaw with raisins, but growing up my Dad always loved shredded carrots with raisins. His version didn't include cabbage, but I can totally see how cabbage would work well here. This sounds like an awesome summer side dish, Neil!
Neil
Thanks David. As we haven't been able to get away on any holidays or trips this year I'm all about barbequing. So coleslaw dishes like this are on the menu. A lot!
Ben | Havocinthekitchen
Who doesn't like a good coleslaw? When we (rarely) eat out and I order something like fish&chips, a little bowl of coleslaw is, probably, the most anticipated part (Never enough, too) lol. Strangely, I almost never make it at home. I need to fix this! Love this creamy-dreamy version. Love the addition of raisins, too!
Neil
Agreed Ben. Coleslaw is a great addition to fish & chips! And there's never enough when it comes. Thanks, glad you like the recipe. ๐
Ron
A favorite summer salad around our parts. Iโll have to try adding a splash of Tobasco sauce.
Neil
I do recommend that splash of Tobasco sauce if you have it Ron. The spiceness added to the coleslaw is a real compliment. ๐
Jeff the Chef
Man, does that sound good! I'm pretty sure I've never had a slaw like this, and yet it has this immediate appeal as if I've loved it all my life. I can't wait to try it.
Neil
Thanks Jeff. Hope you enjoy it!
Laura
I love a good coleslaw, Neil! And adding roisins reminds me of the popular carrot-raisin salad we often see. It's brilliant to just make it a coleslaw. Love this idea and especially the ease of the food processor!
Neil
I'm all about making things as easy as possible Laura. Thanks for liking my coleslaw!
mimi rippee
This is fabulous! I love that you added heat. Perfect with the raisins and carrots. Love this. But I won't use light mayo. I prefer the real stuff!
Neil
Thanks Mimi. Yes the additional of the tabasco gives it a real kick! Optional of course. ๐