Description
Brighten your meal with Gordon Ramsay’s Crunchy Coleslaw, a fresh and vibrant side packed with crisp cabbage, colorful vegetables, crispy smoked turkey bacon, and a zesty apple cider vinegar dressing. This easy-to-make coleslaw offers the perfect balance of tang and crunch, making it an ideal accompaniment to grilled dishes, sandwiches, or as a refreshing standalone snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups finely shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
Protein
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1/4 cup plant-based mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (natural)
- 1 teaspoon honey (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seed (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes and Variations
- Finely chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper for spice
- Fresh parsley, dill, or cilantro
- Diced apples or pineapple chunks
- Smoked tempeh or coconut bacon for plant-based protein alternative
- Toasted sunflower seeds or chopped walnuts for extra crunch
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Finely shred both the green and red cabbage. Grate the carrots and thinly slice the red bell pepper, keeping all pieces fairly uniform to ensure every bite delivers balanced crunch and flavor.
- Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the smoked turkey bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on a paper towel to remove excess fat. Chop the crispy bacon into bite-sized pieces to add smoky and savory crunch to the slaw.
- Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, plant-based mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to achieve the perfect tang, sweetness, and slight spice balance.
- Combine and Toss: Place the chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Add the chopped smoked turkey bacon and pour the dressing on top. Gently toss everything until each piece is evenly coated and ready to shine.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled for optimal texture and freshness.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife to keep vegetables crisp and avoid bruising.
- Taste the dressing and adjust apple cider vinegar and honey to suit your preferred tanginess and sweetness.
- Do not overcook the smoked turkey bacon; keep it crisp without burning.
- Prepare vegetables and dressing separately ahead of time for quicker assembly.
- Allow the slaw to chill well to enhance flavor harmony and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking/baking required for assembly; bacon cooked in skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: coleslaw, crunchy coleslaw, smoked turkey bacon, apple cider vinegar dressing, fresh vegetables, side dish, picnic salad
