Easy Summer Slaw with Tangy Dijon Vinaigrette
If you’re looking for the perfect side dish to bring to your next BBQ, picnic, or potluck, this Easy Summer Slaw with Tangy Dijon Vinaigrette is it. Made with fresh cabbage, crunchy carrots, radishes, bell pepper, sliced almonds, and plenty of fresh herbs, this refreshing coleslaw is tossed in a zesty Dijon vinaigrette instead of heavy mayo. The result? A light, vibrant, and flavor-packed dish that pairs with just about everything from grilled veggies to burgers.
What I love most about this recipe is how simple it is to make—no fancy techniques or complicated prep. You just chop, whisk, and toss. The cabbage stays crunchy, the carrots and radishes add a peppery bite, and the almonds bring that irresistible nutty crunch. Fresh parsley and dill brighten everything up, making it taste like summer in a bowl.
Unlike traditional coleslaw, this recipe skips the mayo and instead uses a citrusy Dijon vinaigrette. It’s lighter, tangier, and lets the vegetables shine. Plus, because it’s mayo-free, it holds up better at outdoor gatherings in the heat—no need to worry about it sitting out at a picnic or BBQ.
This healthy slaw recipe is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a crowd-pleaser for all types of eaters. You can serve it as a side with grilled meats or veggie burgers, pile it onto tacos or sandwiches for extra crunch, or enjoy it on its own as a light lunch.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the slaw:
- Shredded cabbage (mix of red and green)
- Carrots
- Red bell pepper
- Radishes
- Green onion
- Sliced almonds
- Fresh parsley
- Fresh dill
- Salt to taste
For the dressing:
- Olive oil
- Dijon mustard
- O’s Citrus Champagne Vinegar
- Garlic
- Salt & pepper to taste
Why You’ll Love This Easy Summer Slaw with Tangy Dijon Vinaigrette:
- Quick & easy—ready in 15 minutes.
- Mayo-free & refreshing.
- Perfect for BBQs, cookouts, picnics, or weeknight dinners.
- Vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
- Crunchy, tangy, and loaded with fresh summer flavor.
Next time you need a fresh, make-ahead side dish, this summer slaw with Dijon vinaigrette will be your go-to. Save this recipe and add it to your list for BBQ season—you’ll be surprised how fast it disappears!
Check out the step-by-step video here:
How to make Easy Summer Slaw with Tangy Dijon Vinaigrette
Looking for more summer recipes? Here are a few ideas:
- Fresh Summer Pasta Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
- Easy Avocado Toast with Radish & Tomato
- Mango Berry Popsicles (Dairy-Free & Naturally Sweetened)
Easy Summer Slaw with Tangy Dijon Vinaigrette
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This easy summer slaw is made with fresh cabbage, crunchy carrots, radishes, bell pepper, sliced almonds, and plenty of fresh herbs. It’s tossed in a zesty Dijon vinaigrette instead of heavy mayo for a light, vibrant, and flavor-packed dish that pairs with just about everything.
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded cabbage (mix of red and green)
- 2/3 cup grated carrots
- 1 red bell pepper (cut into thin strips)
- 3 radishes (thinly sliced)
- 1 green onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh dill (chopped)
- Salt to taste
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp O’s Citrus Champagne Vinegar
- 1 garlic clove (grated)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the vinaigrette: in a small bowl, add all the vinaigrette ingredients together. Whisk together.
- Make the slaw: in a large bowl, add in all the slaw ingredients together. Toss to combine.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of vinaigrette over slaw and toss to combine. Then, add in the rest of the vinaigrette. Stir together.
- Serve or cover and let sit in fridge for about an hour to let the flavors soak into the cabbage.
