Packed full of zucchini, peppers, celery, onions and a ton of flavor, Zucchini Slaw is a unique and zesty side. It’s so incredibly delicious, it just might make you forget all about traditional cabbage coleslaw!
Don’t get me wrong: I LOVE ordinary coleslaw. It certainly has a place on my plate for many sandwiches. But sometimes it’s fun to change things up a bit.
Enter this Zucchini Slaw recipe. Because when zucchini is abundant and in season, it’s hard to resist not shredding it into something amazing–am I right?
Mixed with a simple vinaigrette, that includes white wine vinegar, celery seed, salt, pepper, and a touch of mayonnaise, zucchini slaw is incredibly flavorful, sweet and zesty. The shredded zucchini, diced onions, peppers and celery pair so well together, taste amazing and also offer a vibrant pop of color.
Zucchini coleslaw will totally rock your next cookout night–guaranteed. It’s the perfect side to so many grilled proteins and sandwiches, including grilled steak, chicken, and hamburgers. It also makes an excellent topping for hot dogs (goodbye, relish!) and with its peppy, zesty, flavor, it’s sure to elevate your serving plate!
Why You’ll Love It
| Easy coleslaw recipe- Simply shred some zucchini (which is easy to do because it’s so water based), dice up some peppers, onion and celery, and mix with a few other pantry staples you most likely already have on hand. Customizable- Craving more of a creamy slaw? Add more mayo (which makes it extra special for sandwiches). Not a big onion fan? Make it without. Craving more color? Use an orange or yellow bell pepper. Heck, you can even add some shredded carrots! Have fun with this recipe! Hydrating and nutritious- Zucchini is packed full of vitamins and water, making this a healthier option over traditional coleslaw. |
Zucchini Slaw Ingredients
For a complete list of ingredients with measurements, see the printable recipe card below
- zucchini– freshly grated for best taste
- red & green pepper– finely dice for maximum flavor; the red pepper offers a touch of sweetness and color pop
- celery & red onion– finely chopped for added flavor
- celery seed, black pepper & sea salt– seasonings for the vinaigrette
- sugar– cuts the vinegar’s acidity and adds sweetness
- white wine vinegar– the vinaigrette’s main base; also serves as a preservative
- mayonnaise, to taste– add just before serving to individual bowls for best results
For a list of equipment needed, click here
- large mixing bowl
- grater
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- cutting board
- chef’s knife
- mixing spoon or wooden salad spoons
- slotted spoon (for serving)
How to Make Zucchini Slaw
For more detailed instructions, see the printable recipe card below
- Place the shredded zucchini, peppers, celery and onion in a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
- Add the seasonings, sugar and white wine vinegar. Mix until well blended.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to blend flavors.
- Stir before serving and enjoy!
Helpful Tips for this Zucchini Slaw Recipe
- Allow zucchini slaw to marinate for a minimum of two hours before serving. It tastes so much better this way.
- For a creamier slaw, stir in some mayonnaise (just before serving) to taste. Mayonnaise should be added to individual serving bowls (not the main serving bowl). This is a very “juicy” slaw–especially the longer it sits. Adding mayo to the entire serving bowl won’t look as aesthetically pleasing. It will also eventually get very diluted.
- The longer Zucchini Slaw marinates in the fridge, the more of a relish it becomes.
Storing Zucchini Coleslaw
Refrigerate and enjoy within 3 days. Keep in mind that the longer this sits, the waterier it gets. Use a slotted spoon when serving to help control the juices!
What to Serve with Zucchini Slaw
Zucchini slaw is the perfect side for your next cookout or sandwich night. Serve it alongside burgers, grilled chicken, Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders, Turkey and Cheese Pinwheels and more.
Other great cookout sides include Creamy Avocado Zucchini Salad, Pepperoni Pasta Salad, Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad, Fire and Ice Tomato Salad, Broccoli Crunch Salad and Cucumber Sour Cream Salad.
Looking for another delicious slaw? Check out Mexican Rainbow Coleslaw!
Zucchini Slaw
Description
This one bowl side dish and sandwich topper is easy to make! Simply shred some zucchini, dice up some peppers, onion and celery, and mix with a few other pantry staples you most likely already have on hand. After Zucchini Slaw marinates in the fridge for a few hours, it's ready to be devoured! For a creamier taste, add mayo just before serving.
Zucchini Slaw
How to Make Zucchini Slaw:
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Grate the zucchini, dice the peppers, and finely chop the onion and celery. Then add these contents to a large glass bowl and stir to combine.
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Add the seasonings, sugar and white wine vinegar. Gently mix until well blended.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to blend flavors.
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Stir before serving.
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Refrigerate and enjoy within 3 days.
Keep in mind that the longer this sits, the waterier it gets. Use a slotted spoon when serving to help control the juices!
Note
Zucchini Slaw is very open to your customization! You may add shredded carrots, shredded yellow squash or even a yellow or orange bell pepper for more color variety!
We enjoy this both with and without mayo, depending on the sandwich or BBQ meal. It's always best to add the mayo to individual bowls just before serving. Try it both ways and see which version you like better with your favorite cookout meals!
The longer this sits in the fridge, the more it pickles and turns into a relish, which is so good on top of hot dogs!
User Reviews
Another great idea for zucchini and as alternative to cabbage.
Thank you! This one is packed full of vitamins!