Sweet and Spicy Coleslaw Recipe

Sweet and Spicy Coleslaw with crisp cabbage and a tangy, zesty dressing, balanced by hints of peach and subtle heat from red pepper flakes and cayenne.
Published: June 9, 2025
by Maribelle Harper

Ingredients

  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 6 tablespoons peach nectar or juice
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar-based hot sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 large head of cabbage, thinly sliced

Instructions

In a spacious bowl, combine the vinegar, peach nectar, olive oil, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, granulated garlic, salt, cayenne, and black pepper.

Mix well until all ingredients are evenly blended.

Add the sliced cabbage to the bowl and toss it properly with the dressing.

Cover the bowl and refrigerate it for 30 minutes to let the cabbage soften and the flavors develop.

Make Ahead

The dressing can be mixed up to one day in advance. Simply cover and keep it refrigerated until you are ready to use it.

Sweet & Spicy Coleslaw

Sweet and Spicy Coleslaw with crisp cabbage and a tangy, zesty dressing, balanced by hints of peach and subtle heat from red pepper flakes and cayenne.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 6 tablespoons peach nectar or juice
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar-based hot sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 large head of cabbage thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Mix vinegar, peach nectar, oil, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, cayenne, and black pepper.
  • Add cabbage and toss to coat.
  • Cover and chill for 30 minutes.

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