Description

Gordon Ramsay’s Crunchy Coleslaw is a vibrant and fresh salad combining crisp cabbage mix, carrots, and celery with a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing and smoky turkey bacon. This easy-to-make dish is perfect as a flavorful side or light meal, offering a satisfying balance of textures and flavors with a creamy plant-based mayonnaise and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables

2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
2 cups purple cabbage, finely shredded
1 cup carrots, julienne or shredded
1 small onion, thinly sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped into small pieces
2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

Meat

100g smoked turkey bacon

Dressing

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
4 tablespoons plant-based mayonnaise
1 teaspoon mustard (natural)
1 teaspoon honey (natural)

Instructions

Prepare the Vegetables: Finely shred the green and purple cabbage and carrots to create a crisp and colorful base. Thinly slice the onion and chop the celery into small, uniform pieces ensuring balanced crunch in every bite.
Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Lightly fry the smoked turkey bacon until crisp and golden. Once cooked, chop into bite-sized pieces to evenly distribute the smoky flavor throughout the slaw.
Whisk the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine apple cider vinegar (natural), plant-based mayonnaise, mustard (natural), and honey (natural). Whisk until the dressing is smooth and well blended, creating a tangy and creamy sauce.
Toss Everything Together: In a large bowl, mix the shredded vegetables, smoked turkey bacon, and fresh herbs. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated without bruising the cabbage.
Chill and Serve: Cover the coleslaw and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld while maintaining the crispness. Serve chilled for best texture and taste.

Notes

Pick fresh vegetables for maximum crunch.
Do not overdress the slaw; add dressing gradually and toss gently.
Keep all ingredients chilled to enhance texture and flavor.
Prepare the slaw a few hours ahead to let flavors meld perfectly.
Adjust vegetable sizes according to your preferred crunch or tenderness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: No-cook (with frying for bacon)
Cuisine: International

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 180 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 320 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg

Keywords: coleslaw, salad, crunchy coleslaw, turkey bacon, fresh vegetables, tangy dressing, plant-based mayonnaise, gluten free, side dish