This vibrant Sweet and Sour Coleslaw recipe is the taste bud tickler you’ll want on repeat all summer long! It offers outrageous flavor as a zesty side salad, and will INSTANTLY transform your pulled pork sandwiches into an irresistible masterpiece! Just 5 minutes of prep, and it’s ready to serve! How easy is that?!?
Inspired by a delicious coleslaw I once had at Disneyland, this sweet coleslaw is the perfect way to give your traditional coleslaw a glorious makeover!
Hermione writes: "I really really like this slaw."
With this easy recipe, the sweet dressing for coleslaw uses only real ingredients. And trust me… you can taste the difference!
It delivers the perfect balance of both sweet and sour!
Then, we’ll use pre-chopped cabbage to make your coleslaw prep crazy easy.
In fact, this salad can be put together in just 5 minutes!
You’ll love using it to top off your favorite Barbecue Pulled Pork Sandwich! Or just serve it as a side with this Root Beer BBQ Chicken or Coca Cola BBQ Pulled Pork to create the ultimate bbq feast!
So do yourself a favor and make this sweet and tangy coleslaw.
You’ll be rewarded with a fresher, tastier coleslaw than anything you can buy. Just like when you make my super Easy Coleslaw Recipe and tasty Broccoli Salad with Bacon!
Here’s what you’ll need to get started…
Ingredients
It takes just a few ingredients to create this sassy sweet vinegar coleslaw!
First check your cupboards, pantry, and fridge, then add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand…
- Coleslaw mix
- Shredded purple cabbage
- White wine vinegar
- Olive oil
- White sugar
- Brown sugar
- Salt
- Celery seed
- Black pepper
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You won’t believe how easy this sweet coleslaw recipe is to prepare!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Mix your dressing ingredients together as specified in a large bowl.
2. Then add in your pre-chopped cabbage, and stir again.
3. Finally, allow your slaw to marinate in the fridge before serving.
4. When done, dish it up as one of your Delicious Dinner Sides… and ENJOY!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How Long To Chill Coleslaw Before Serving?
For best flavor, I commend covering your sweet vinegar coleslaw and allowing it to chill in the fridge for 2-4 hours before serving.
How Long Does Coleslaw Last?
Your sweet coleslaw can last for up to 3-5 days in your refrigerator. However, I recommend using it within one day for best flavor.
What To Serve With Your Sweet Coleslaw
This sweet and tangy coleslaw beautifully compliments my BBQ and Grilling Recipes.
So be sure to try serving it up with these popular BBQ Baby Back Ribs, fabulous Grilled Salmon Teriyaki, and tasty Tilapia Fish Tacos.
Then… make your grilled feast complete when you add some ice cold glasses of my heavenly Southern Sweet Tea Recipe, and generous slices of my homemade Blackberry Pie Recipe!
Sweet and Sour Variations
Want even more glorious sweet and sour options? Of course you do!
So be sure to also try my tasty Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Pork, delicious Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe, and simple scratch made Sweet and Sour Sauce!
Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this easy sweet coleslaw recipe…
B. writes: “Always a crowd pleaser!”
Kim writes: “Such a great summer side!”
Hermione writes: “I really, really like this slaw.”
Alison writes: “Yum!”
Rebecca writes: “Such a great recipe!”
AnnMarie writes: “Turned out really yummy.”
Ryan writes: “The ultimate Summer side dish.”
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Sweet and Sour Coleslaw Recipe
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces Coleslaw Mix (1 package)
- 1 cup shredded Purple Cabbage, for texture & color
- ½ cup White Wine Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- ⅓ cup White Sugar
- ¼ cup Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Celery Seed
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, *optional
Instructions
- Gather your sweet and tangy coleslaw ingredients.
- Whisk dry ingredients together in large bowl.
- Add in wet ingredients, and stir together.
- Pour in 1/2 bag of Coleslaw Mix, and stir.
- Add in remaining 1/2 of Coleslaw Mix and 1 cup shredded purple cabbage, and stir together well.
- For best flavor, cover the coleslaw and allow to chill in the fridge for 2-4 hours before serving.
Notes
- How To Store: Your sweet coleslaw can last for up to 3-5 days in your refrigerator. However, I recommend using it within one day for best flavor.
- FAQ’s: For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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I’ve been looking for a nice and easy sweet and sour recipe. And very tasty too 😋
I am so glad you liked it Diane. I was actually inspired to make this after having a similar coleslaw at Disneyland!
Just made the sweet and sour coleslaw and almost ate the whole dish before even refrigerating! I made it with Braggs apple cider vinegar so I could get that little tart bite that I love in vinegar coleslaw!! It’s delicious and with so little oil! Thanks for the recipe! It’ll be my go-to coleslaw from now on!
I’m so glad to hear you loved it, Deb… and that sounds like a delicious twist! 🙂
Cole slaw was amazing !! Thanks for sharing … made it exactly as written !!
You’re very welcome… I’m so glad you loved it!
i just tried your coleslaw recipe. This is terrific! It will be a favorite of mine. The recipe has minimal oil. Thank you for sharing.
Aww ~ thank you, Paula… I’m so glad you loved it! 😉