If you are looking for an easy vegan slaw without mayonnaise, this is the one I keep coming back to. Welcome to my vegan slaw with tahini sauce recipe.
I make salads most days, both at home and on retreats, and I rarely write them down. This one, however, I wrote down yay because I wanted to share some summer recipes with y’all while it’s hot! It is simple, crunchy, creamy, and comes together in minutes using everyday ingredients.
It is a fresh take on classic coleslaw. No onion, which I know is controversial, but it works. In its place, there is apple for a gentle sweetness and bite. And instead of a heavy mayo dressing, everything is coated in a smooth tahini sauce that is naturally creamy and full of flavour.
If you want a quick visual guide, I have included a short video below.
What is slaw?
Slaw is short for coleslaw, a simple cabbage-based salad. The name comes from the Dutch word koolsla, meaning cabbage salad.
Traditionally, coleslaw is made with shredded cabbage and carrots mixed with a mayonnaise dressing. Some versions use a vinaigrette instead.
At its core, though, slaw is just finely sliced or grated vegetables with a dressing. That is why it is so easy to make a vegan version.
How to make vegan coleslaw without mayo
Making vegan coleslaw is very straightforward.
You can either:
* Use a shop-bought plant-based mayonnaise
* Or make your own dressing using tahini
This recipe uses a tahini dressing, which is naturally dairy free, rich, and incredibly easy to mix together. It clings to the vegetables beautifully and gives that creamy texture without needing mayo.
Why you will love this vegan slaw with tahini sauce
- No mayonnaise, but still creamy
- Quick and easy to make
- Made with simple whole ingredients
- Naturally vegan and dairy-free
- Works as a side, topping, or filling
How long does vegan slaw last in the fridge?
Once mixed with the tahini dressing, this slaw will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
If you store the vegetables and dressing separately, the chopped veg can last up to 5 days, and you can mix fresh portions as needed.
What to serve with vegan slaw
This is one of those recipes that goes with almost anything. I use it in different ways depending on the day.
- As a side with quinoa, or potato wedges
- Inside rice paper wraps (spring rolls)
- As a sandwich or wrap filling with leafy greens
- On oatcakes with avocado
- On top of bean burgers or seed patties
Tips for the best vegan slaw
- Slice the cabbage as finely as possible for the best texture
- Use a crisp, slightly sweet apple for balance
- Keep the dressing slightly thicker if you plan to store it
- Make it with love, love, love – the secret ingredient
Easy raw slaw variations
The limit is your imagination. Here are some things I might do for variety.
- Add grated beetroot for colour and earthiness
- Toss in chopped herbs like fresh basil leaves, parsley or coriander
- Add seeds such as sunflower or pumpkin for crunch
- Swap apple for pear for a softer sweetness
This is the kind of recipe that becomes a bit of a staple. Once you make it a few times, you will not need to measure anything. You will just throw it together, and it will work every time.
My recipe for vegan slaw with no mayo…
Vegan slaw with no mayo
A super healthy vegan slaw recipe made using tahini dressing instead of mayo.
Ingredients
- 200g carrot, grated
- 100g sweetheart cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 apple, finely chopped
- 4 tablespoons tahini
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander (optional)
Instructions
- Grate the carrot and finely shred the cabbage.
- Chop the apple into very small cubes so it mixes evenly through the slaw.
- In a bowl, add the tahini, apple cider vinegar, sea salt, ground coriander, and 1 tablespoon of water. Mix well.
- At first, the tahini might thicken and look like it has seized. Keep mixing. It will loosen into a smooth, creamy dressing.
- Adjust the consistency as needed. Add a little more water if it is too thick, or a bit more tahini if it becomes too thin. Every jar of tahini is slightly different, so go by feel.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust if needed.
- That is it. A simple, creamy vegan slaw that works with almost anything.
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