Description
Enjoy the fresh and vibrant crunch of Gordon Ramsay’s Crunchy Coleslaw featuring shredded green and purple cabbage, carrots, and smoky turkey bacon. Enhanced with a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing and plant-based creamy elements, this versatile side dish offers a perfect balance of texture and zesty flavor that complements grilled dishes, sandwiches, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Protein
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped into small bite-sized pieces
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon honey (natural)
- 4 tablespoons plant-based mayonnaise (natural)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt (sea salt), to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Finely shred the green and purple cabbage along with the carrots using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer to ensure uniform pieces that help the dressing coat evenly and maintain a crisp texture.
- Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Chop the smoked turkey bacon into small bite-sized pieces and cook in a non-stick pan over medium heat until crisp and golden. Set aside to cool, allowing any fat to drain for a lighter salad touch.
- Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), honey (natural), plant-based mayonnaise (natural), Dijon mustard (natural), and the natural gelling agent until smooth. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the shredded vegetables in a large bowl, pour the dressing over them, and toss gently to coat all the cabbage and carrots evenly.
- Add Bacon and Herbs: Sprinkle the cooled smoked turkey bacon pieces and finely chopped fresh parsley into the bowl. Toss one final time to blend smoky, bright, and crunchy flavors beautifully.
Notes
- Use the freshest cabbage available for maximum crunch and flavor.
- Adjust apple cider vinegar and honey to suit your preferred balance of tanginess and sweetness.
- Chill the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Keep vegetables thinly sliced for the best texture and easier eating.
- Cook bacon until crisp but not burnt to avoid bitterness and maintain ideal smoky flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: coleslaw, crunchy coleslaw, Gordon Ramsay recipe, smoked turkey bacon, apple cider vinegar dressing, plant-based mayonnaise, gluten free side