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Home > Brazilian Recipes > The Best Homemade Coleslaw (Brazilian-Style)

The Best Homemade Coleslaw (Brazilian-Style)

January 23, 2019 by Denise Browning 7 Comments / THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE SALES LINKS. PLEASE SEE MY _FULL DISCLOSURE POLICY_ FOR DETAILS

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Brazilian Homemade Coleslaw (kale slaw) is a fresh, colorful salad made with kale, onions, and coleslaw mix, tossed with a lime-garlic vinaigrette. A must for all year round, including as a side for barbecued meats and sandwiches. 

a plate of homemade coleslaw with bacon slices on top and lime wedges

A salad that you can toss quickly and serve the whole year round? Well, how about making it a Homemade Coleslaw?

Coleslaw is nothing more than a “cabbage salad,” and there is a cabbage type for every season of the year. Do ya see?!

As Wikipedia explains, coleslaw comes the Dutch term koolsla (meaning ‘cabbage salad’). Also known as cole slaw or slaw, it consists primarily of finely-shredded raw cabbage tossed with either a vinaigrette or mayonnaise.

Of course, one encounters variants in many different countries.

In America, coleslaw typically consists of a mix of cabbage and carrots tossed with a buttermilk or mayo dressing.

If Brazil had its own version, it would no doubt include one of its most popular leafy vegetables, kale, which is a close relative of cabbage! 

bowl of homemade coleslaw with dressing on the side

This Brazilian coleslaw (kale slaw with bacon) mixes finely-shredded kale (just as in Couve a Mineira) with cabbage, carrot, and red onions… all tossed with a lime-garlic vinaigrette. 

The vinaigrette makes this slaw lighter and grants it a longer lifespan. Plus, the acidity aids digestion when served as a side for Brazilian barbecue. 

But if you prefer to, serve this kale slaw with a mayo-based dressing instead.

A bowl of homemade coleslaw topped with mayo-based dressing

Homemade coleslaw is a side dish that usually accompanies fried chicken (an all-season dish) and barbecued meats (summer season).

It is also used in sandwiches such as the Rachel (a variant of the Reuben) and on hot dogs. 

Well, let’s learn how to prepare this Brazilian coleslaw!

HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE COLESLAW (BRAZILIAN-STYLE)  

Combine finely-shredded kale, chopped red onion, coleslaw mix (with red cabbage and carrots), and bacon if desired in a large bowl.

Add olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, minced garlic cloves, honey or sugar, salt, and pepper in a jar. Seal and shake until well combined.

garlic lime vinaigrette in a jar for homemade coleslaw

Toss salad with vinaigrette and serve in sandwiches, on hot dogs, or with barbecued meats. 

tossing homemade coleslaw

HOW TO CLEAN AND CUT KALE

Wash the kale (or collard greens) under cold running water. Shake to remove the excess water.

With a sharp knife or your hands, cut off the leaves from their tough stems. Gather the leaves together into piles. Take each pile and roll it tightly.

Combined images showing kale being cut on a cutting board for homemade coleslaw

Cut them into thin strips crosswise (about 1/4-inch strips).

 

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Combined images showing close up of homemade coleslaw

a plate of homemade coleslaw with bacon slices on top and lime wedges
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The Best Homemade Coleslaw (Brazilian-Style)

Brazilian Homemade Coleslaw is a fresh, colorful salad made with kale, onions, and coleslaw mix, tossed with a lime-garlic vinaigrette. A must for all year round, including as a side for barbecued meats. 
Course:Side Dish
Cuisine:Brazilian
Keywords:Brazilian coleslaw, homemade coleslaw
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories146 kcal
Author Denise Browning

Ingredients

  • 1/2 bunch kale, thinly sliced (about 8 large leaves)
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 12 oz coleslaw mix (green and red cabbage plus carrots)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley (whole leaves)
  • 4 precooked bacon strips, chopped (and brushed with honey) (optional)
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 TBSP fresh lime juice
  • 2 TBSP red wine vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 TBSP honey or sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Combine finely-sliced kale, red onion, coleslaw mix, cilantro/parsley, and bacon if desired in a large bowl.
     
  • Add olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, minced garlic cloves, honey or sugar, salt, and pepper in a jar. Seal and shake until well combined. Toss salad with vinaigrette. Serve in sandwiches, on hot dogs, or with barbecued meats. 

Recipe Notes

  • HOW TO CLEAN AND CUT KALE: Wash the kale (or collard greens) under cold running water. Shake to remove the excess water. With a sharp knife or your hands, cut off the leaves from their tough stems. Gather them together into piles. Take each pile and roll it tightly. Cut them into thin strips crosswise (about 1/4-inch strips).
  • If you prefer a mayonnaise-based dressing instead, replace olive oil for a good-quality mayo (1/2 cup) and skip the red wine vinegar. Follow the rest of the recipe whisking all the ingredients for the dressing very well.   
  • Love greens? Try our warm Pan-Fried Collard Greens. 

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 157mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 885IU | Vitamin C: 27.1mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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  1. CL King

    January 26, 2019 at 7:25 am

    5 stars
    Yummm. Healthy coleslaw without the guilt! You cant beat a nice juicy burger with a creamy coleslaw!

    Reply
  2. Deborah

    January 26, 2019 at 12:07 pm

    The lime-garlic vinaigrette makes this slaw sing! This would be fabulous for Super Bowl Sunday with pulled pork sandwiches.

    Reply
  3. Elysia

    October 29, 2019 at 10:32 pm

    5 stars
    Best cole slaw ever!!!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      October 30, 2019 at 10:10 am

      Thanks a lot. I am so glad you enjoyed our coleslaw.

      Reply
  4. Lizzette Yannantuono

    February 14, 2020 at 7:18 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Denise. This coleslaw recipe was different from the one that I have made for years. It was lighter and the bacon gave a boost of flavor, simply geniuses. Became my favorite coleslaw salad.

    Reply

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