Coleslaw recipes

Forget shop-bought versions and make a homemade slaw. It's an ideal side dish for barbecues or to serve with burgers, salads, sandwiches and more

Make this simple dairy-free slaw that's perfect for vegan barbecues and picnics. Put it together in minutes and shake with our mustardy dressing

Get the kids cooking with this simple coleslaw - they'll be keen to eat it if they've helped out

Make an easy classic coleslaw base then tailor it to your tastes. Apple and cheese work well, plus fennel, celeriac, raisins, spring onions or fresh herbs

This light coleslaw swaps mayonnaise for yogurt and tahini paste to make a low fat, super healthy side dish - perfect for a BBQ

This large, knobbly root vegetable is lovely raw as well as cooked, and wonderful in this French-style coleslaw

Liven up slices of ham, smoked duck or roast beef with this healthy and colourful side salad

A healthier take on this classic side salad- replace mayonnaise with natural yogurt and bump up the flavour with mustard and citrus

Homemade coleslaw makes the perfect accompaniment to a picnic feast, delicious served with crusty rolls and ham

Liven up weeknight meals and barbecues with this superhealthy side salad

Give this classic side dish of crunchy grated vegetables a healthy makeover with a low-fat mustard mayonnaise dressing

The easy way to five a day, a simple fresh salad teamed with a tasty tropical smoothie - vitamintastic

With crunchy kohlrabi, horseradish and spring greens, this coleslaw is quick enough for everyday, yet unusual enough to impress guests

This fresh, light coleslaw has a tangy citrus dressing with celery, mustard and poppy seeds - a lovely light side for a BBQ spread

Shred some carrots, peppers and onions, skip the mayo and mix with Asian flavours for a healthy coleslaw

Coleslaw is a classic, simple side dish and can be made healthier by packing in more veg and omitting mayo

A fresh and crunchy seasonal slaw served with sweet pecans, cashews, almond and peanuts in a sweet, spicy glaze

This vibrant raw salad with crunchy mooli, cabbage and peppers makes a perfect side dish to Indian-inspired main courses such as tandoori meats

Serve this crunchy red cabbage slaw with pickled jalapeño chillies as part of a Mexican feast. If you're making this dish for kids, leave out the chilli and dress with lime juice and a splash of oil

Freshly made coleslaw is a wonderful thing, but every now and then it’s fun to zip up the formula with a burst of lively flavours

Make this crunchy coleslaw into a homely supper with roast chicken and mustardy mayo, or glam it up Asian-style with lime, herbs and juicy grilled chicken

This crunchy, nutty coleslaw is a great healthy salad for serving on the side of cooked meats and other rich, festive dishes

Shred carrot, cabbage and onion, then add Asian flavours: peanut, coriander, chilli and lime

A wholesome, wintry salad that makes the perfect side dish to ham or a pork pie