Roasted Poblano Slaw

I made a big batch of this crazy good roasted poblano slaw the other day when I made pulled pork sandwiches. The crunch and heat from the slaw went absolutely perfectly with the sweetness and tenderness of the pork.

Roasted Poblano Slaw

Poblanos are one of my favorite peppers. This roasted poblano slaw is proof of their great flavor. Though they have a little kick to them, they aren’t overpowering and I can usually use them in any dish I am taking to a pot-luck or family get-together without worrying about someone screaming that their mouth is on fire. I consider poblanos to be just more flavorful versions of a green bell pepper.

This slaw will keep for several days and still keep it’s nice crunch without being too watery.

I recently discovered Blue Plate mayonnaise, which I think is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

Also try my roasted Hatch chile slaw.

Roasted Poblano Slaw
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Roasted Poblano Slaw

I made a big batch of this crazy good roasted poblano slaw the other day when I made pulled pork sandwiches. The crunch and heat from the slaw went absolutely perfectly with the sweetness and tenderness of the pork.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword cole slaw, coleslaw, peppers, roasted, slaw
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 54kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 poblano chiles
  • ½ head green cabbage shredded
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice you might want a bit more
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • kosher salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • Cotija cheese crumbled, for topping (or substitute crumbled Feta), optional

Instructions

  • Roast the chiles on your grill or under your broiler until the skin is blackened. Let cool slightly then remove the burnt skin. Remove the seeds and stem and chop.
  • Place the poblanos, cabbage and cilantro into a large bowl. Combine.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients not including the cheese.
  • Pour over the slaw mixture.
  • Serve topped with the cheese if using.

Nutrition

Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 63mg | Potassium: 170mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 228IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Hawaiian Cole Slaw

I enjoyed this Hawaiian coleslaw so much that I made it twice in one week. I loved the sweetness of the pineapple, the explosion of orange flavor from the mandarins, and my favorite, the Maraschino cherries. It’s a nice tropical flavor all in a crunchy creamy slaw. I’d make this again and again, and soon. And best of all, I had all of the ingredients in my pantry (well, plus a bag of slaw in the fridge).

Hawaiian Cole Slaw

I make a lot of slaws, including this Hawaiian cole slaw, so I try to always keep a bag of shredded cabbage mix around. Slaw mix tends to last a lot longer than salad so it’s easier to store and keep fresh.

I recently discovered Blue Plate mayonnaise, which I think is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

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Hawaiian Cole Slaw

I enjoyed this Hawaiian coleslaw so much that I made it twice in one week. I loved the sweetness of the pineapple, the explosion of orange flavor from the mandarins, and my favorite, the Maraschino cherries.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword cole slaw, coleslaw
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 238kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Note: You have to make sure that the pineapple, oranges, and specially the cherries, are well drained before adding to the slaw. Wrap the quartered cherries in paper towels to dry. This will also keep the cherries from “bleeding” into the slaw.
  • Combine slaw mix and mayo in a large bowl.
  • Slowly fold in the pineapple, orange, and cherries. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Chill for 3-4 hours before serving

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 222mg | Potassium: 8mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Crab Pasta Salad

If you’re looking for a fantastic salad to take to your next pitch-in, this crab pasta salad is it. I never before thought about combining them, but coleslaw and pasta really go together really well. You have the creaminess of the pasta contrasted by the crunch and bite of the slaw. Add in crab, and you have something fantastic. And of course, the Old Bay seasoning really kicks it up with a nice spicy flavor.

Crab Pasta Salad

I was very pleasantly surprised with this crab pasta salad. I didn’t really expect the slaw to work so well in this dish. It really got me to thinking about adding slaw in with any cold pasta salad.

I recently discovered Blue Plate mayonnaise, which I think is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

You’ll also want to try my garlic-stuffed olive pasta salad and my copycat of the crab salad from Golden Corral.

Crab Pasta Salad
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Crab Pasta Salad

If you’re looking for a fantastic salad to take to your next pitch-in, this crab pasta salad is it. I never before thought about combining them, but cole slaw and pasta really go together really well.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword crab, pasta salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 2276kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 3 cups medium pasta shells uncooked
  • 1 pound coleslaw mix
  • coleslaw dressing to taste. I used Marzetti coleslaw dressing. Or substitute 1 pound prepared coleslaw for the slaw mix and dressing.
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sweet onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • Old Bay Seasoning to taste
  • 2 cups crab meat chopped (imitation is ok)

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook per instructions and rinse and drain well.
  • Meanwhile, mix the coleslaw mix and dressing (to taste). Add just enough dressing to get the cabbage wet.
  • Add in the mayonnaise, onion, dill weed and Old Bay. Stir to combine.
  • Add the pasta to the slaw and stir to coat.
  • Gently stir in the crab.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 2276kcal | Carbohydrates: 252g | Protein: 108g | Fat: 91g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 188mg | Sodium: 3623mg | Potassium: 2193mg | Fiber: 21g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 657IU | Vitamin C: 191mg | Calcium: 428mg | Iron: 9mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Buffalo Slaw

We absolutely loved this Buffalo slaw. It is no doubt one of our favorite non-traditional slaws. It is creamy, and smooth, thanks to mayo, sour cream and blue cheese crumbles. There’s a great celery crunch. There’s just a hint of Buffalo wing sauce flavor. Served cold, this slaw complements any meal, and specially, something hot off of the grill! It’s also great heaped on top of something hot off of the grill!

Buffalo Slaw

If you find that blue cheese is a bit too strong for you, you can substitute Gorgonzola cheese crumbles. This slaw is great with either.

This slaw is the perfect side for our Buffalo hot dogs.

Buffalo Slaw
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Buffalo Slaw

We absolutely loved this Buffalo slaw. It is no doubt one of our favorite non-traditional slaws. It is creamy, and smooth, thanks to mayo, sour cream and blue cheese crumbles. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword Buffalo, cole slaw, coleslaw
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 176kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place cabbage mixture into a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar and salt
  • Stir in the wing sauce and celery.
  • Add sauce to the cabbage and gently stir or toss until combined.
  • Add crumbles, to taste and stir.

Nutrition

Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 420mg | Potassium: 148mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 171IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Mardis Gras Slaw

I’m a huge fan of anything slaw, which is odd since when I was growing up I couldn’t stand slaw at all. Now, slaw is the one thing I almost always order when eating out, and I often make it when cooking at home. And slaw isn’t just a wonderful side. It’s fantastic on top of hot dogs, hamburgers, and best of all, pulled pork or smoked brisket sandwiches. This colorful Mardis Gras slaw is one of the slaws that changed my mind about slaws.

Mardis Gras Slaw

This recipe for Mardis Gras slaw comes from Marguerite at Cajun Delights, my favorite place for all thing Cajun, from food to music.

I recently discovered Blue Plate mayonnaise, which I think is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

Also try my bacon ranch slaw.

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Mardis Gras Slaw

I’m a huge fan of anything slaw, which is odd since when I was growing up I couldn’t stand slaw at all. Now, slaw is the one thing I almost always order when eating out, and I often make it when cooking at home. 
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword Cajun, cole slaw, coleslaw
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 140kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine cabbage, onion and bell peppers in large bowl.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the remaining ingredients. Pour over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 121mg | Potassium: 291mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 637IU | Vitamin C: 83mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Southern-Style Picnic Hot Dogs

Sure, these southern-style picnic hot dogs are easy to make. And they’re good! Nothing beats the crunchy coolness of a good slaw with the heat of a nice hot chili sauce! Yum! Nothing fancy, just great! Great for a big cookout or picnic, it doesn’t get any easier.

Southern-Style Picnic Hot Dogs

These southern-style picnic hot dogs made for a quick dinner the other night. I used packaged slaw mix with Marzetti light slaw mix. While the dogs were grilling I warmed the chili.

Also try my delicious southwestern hot dog.

Southern-Style Picnic Hot Dogs
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Southern-Style Picnic Hot Dogs

Sure, these southern-style picnic hot dogs are easy to make. And they’re good! Nothing beats the crunchy coolness of a good slaw with the heat of a nice hot chili sauce! Yum! Nothing fancy, just great! Great for a big cookout or picnic, it doesn’t get any easier.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword hot dogs, southern
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 234kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 8 hot dogs grilled
  • 8 hot dog buns toasted
  • 2 cups coleslaw divided
  • 1 can chili without beans heated

Instructions

  • Serve dogs on buns, topped with coleslaw and chili!

Nutrition

Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 524mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Bacon Ranch Slaw

This is the world’s easiest-to-make slaw. Bacon ranch slaw is perfect for a big get-together. It’ll hold up well in the heat of the day, so make a batch for a family picnic. It has the surprising twist of bacon. Who puts bacon in slaw? Well, everyone should now. It adds that great smokiness. A little extra crunch. We already knew that ranch dressing and bacon go together so well. I mean, who doesn’t load up on the bacon bits on their salad then pour on the Ranch? Ok, maybe that’s just me…

Bacon Ranch Slaw

My wife loved this bacon ranch slaw. Use a good smoky bacon for extra kick! Also try my bacon ranch potato salad or another favorite, pineapple king coleslaw.

Bacon Ranch Slaw
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Bacon Ranch Slaw

This is the world’s easiest-to-make slaw. Bacon ranch slaw is perfect for a big get-together. It’ll hold up well in the heat of the day, so make a batch for a family picnic.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword bacon, cole slaw, coleslaw, Ranch
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 122kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 1 pound coleslaw mix
  • 4 slices bacon cooked, drained, crumbled
  • ½ cup Ranch dressing

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients.

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 233mg | Potassium: 141mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 82IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Pineapple King Coleslaw

I absolutely love the contrast between the sweet pineapple and the bite of the lemon and onion in this Pineapple King coleslaw. The crunch of the cabbage and the creaminess of the mayonnaise really rocks this slaw, too.

Pineapple King Coleslaw

This simple classic salad was a great side for our meatball sandwiches. The sweetness is a welcomed surprised. The pineapple King coleslaw is still light enough to not overwhelm. I’ve seen variations where people have substituted mandarin orange wedges. That seems like an interesting variation that would be worth a try!

I recently discovered Blue Plate mayonnaise, which I think is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

For a little change, use broccoli slaw mix instead of the ‘usual’ cabbage mix.

Also try my Cajun rainbow slaw.

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Carrot and Pineapple King Coleslaw

I absolutely love the contrast between the sweet pineapple and the bite of the lemon and onion in this Pineapple King coleslaw. The crunch of the cabbage and the creaminess of the mayonnaise really rocks this slaw, too.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword carrots, cole slaw, coleslaw, pineapple
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 231kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients and chill.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 185mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 210IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Cajun Rainbow Slaw

Boy, this Cajun rainbow slaw has some kick! If you’re a fan of horseradish you’ll be all over this salad. If you’re not a fan of horseradish, cut the amount in half and you’ll still get to enjoy a great salad! I make a lot (and I do mean a lot) of slaws and this one is a pleasant change from the usual vinegar- or mayonnaise-based versions.

Cajun Rainbow Slaw

My favorite way to eat a good slaw is heaped on top of a smoked pulled pork or brisket sandwich. I love the contrast between the crunchy slaw and the tender meat. You just can’t beat it.

I recently discovered Blue Plate mayonnaise, which I think is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

Also try my Sriracha slaw. Just like this Cajun rainbow slaw, it packs a good bit of a kick.

This recipe was inspired by a recipe from the Food Network.

Cajun Rainbow Slaw
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Cajun Rainbow Slaw

Boy, this Cajun rainbow slaw has some kick! If you’re a fan of horseradish you’ll be all over this salad
Course Side
Cuisine Cajun
Keyword cole slaw, coleslaw, slaw
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 220kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Creole mustard spicy brown works fine, or combine a few drops of Worcestershire sauce with Dijon mustard
  • ½ lemon juiced (to taste, depending on the size of the lemon)
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish more or less, to taste
  • 1 12 ounce broccoli slaw mix
  • 1 small red bell pepper minced
  • 1 small orange bell pepper minced
  • 3 green onions chopped

Instructions

  • Combine the seasoning, mayo, mustard, lemon and horseradish in a medium bowl.
  • Add in the remaining ingredients and fold to coat.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 298mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1768IU | Vitamin C: 58mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Sriracha Slaw

I love a slaw with some kick. Sure, I’ll enjoy a big ole bowl of sweet slaw too, but for my money you can’t beat a Sriracha slaw that brings a little heat.

Sriracha Slaw

Sriracha sauce is a wonderful thing. Though it is a little spicy, it’s not a burn-the-cover-off-your-tongue hot. It’s pleasant really. And it is fantastic in this slaw.

I recently discovered Blue Plate mayonnaise, which I think is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

Also try my Hard Eight coleslaw.

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Sriracha Cole Slaw

I love a slaw with some kick. Sure, I’ll enjoy a big ole bowl of sweet slaw too, but for my money you can’t beat a Sriracha slaw that brings a little heat.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword cole slaw, coleslaw, spicy
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 155kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, mustard, Sriracha, sugar and celery seed.
  • Add in the slaw mix and stir well to coat.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 219mg | Potassium: 147mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 92IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.