• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Sides
    • Snacks
    • Dessert
    • Condiments
    • Reviews
  • About Midwexican
    • Privacy Policy
  • Work With Me!

Midwexican

menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • About Midwexican
  • Work With Me!
×

Home » Sides

Published: Sep 3, 2020 · Modified: Apr 10, 2022 by Tino Marie · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Kohlrabi Coleslaw with Lemon Vinaigrette

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Email
  • LinkedIn

Kohlrabi Coleslaw makes a surprisingly solid slaw, and its mild flavor lets the accompanying beautiful homemade lemon vinaigrette shine. 

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

I’m a sucker for a good salad dressing, especially vinaigrettes. I’ve been guilty of overstaying my welcome in the salad dressing aisle in grocery stores as I contemplate which to try next. While simultaneously repeating to myself that I must only pick ONE (lest I wind up with a dedicated salad dressing shelf in my refrigerator). 

Lemon Vinaigrette

Despite all the alluring options the grocery store offers, the best salad dressings are homemade (duh, right?). I have Cook’s Illustrated The Science of Good Cooking to thank for this. Their crew vigorously tests recipes so you don’t have to. My version of Lemon Vinaigrette was adapted from the Foolproof Lemon Vinaigrette featured in the book. Not only is it foolproof, but it’s also easy to adapt the vinaigrette to suit your tastes as I’ve done here. 

Kohlrabi Slaw with Lemon Vinaigrette
Jump to:
  • Why Kohlrabi?
  • How do you make Kohlrabi Slaw with Lemon Vinaigrette?
  • EQUIPMENT
  • Storage
  • Kohlrabi Coleslaw with Lemon Vinaigrette

Why Kohlrabi?

Now, why kohlrabi? I saw it at the farmer’s market and decided why not. I’d had it before and recalled it had a very mild flavor with a pleasantly crunchy texture, similar to cabbage. On a whim, I decided to spiralize it, then pair it with carrot ribbons and basil for color and flavor. The Lemon Vinaigrette was already a hit in my book, having graced lettuce salads and traditional cabbage slaws. 

Kohlrabi Slaw with Lemon Vinaigrette

It occurred to me that kohlrabi could hold up to a vinaigrette bath and still retain its texture after a few days. And it did! Unlike cucumber salads which end up sad and watery after just a few hours, the kohlrabi was still impressively crisp after two days. If you’re looking for a cucumber/cabbage alternative for a summer salad, give kohlrabi a try. 

How do you make Kohlrabi Slaw with Lemon Vinaigrette?

Kohlrabi Slaw and a lovely homemade lemon vinaigrette make one spectacular summer slaw.

INGREDIENTS

Lemon Vinaigrette

  • lemon juice
  • lemon zest
  • mayo
  • Dijon mustard
  • canola oil
  • granulated sugar
  • cayenne pepper, to taste
  • cumin
  • black pepper, to taste
  • salt, to taste

Spiralized Kohlrabi Slaw

  • 2 kohlrabi
  • 2 medium carrots
  • 10 basil leaves

INSTRUCTIONS 

Lemon Vinaigrette

  • Add all ingredients except for the canola oil to a bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Slowly drizzle in the canola oil, whisking constantly, until well combined.
  • Refrigerate until ready for use.

Spiralized Kohlrabi Slaw

  • Remove the tough outer skin of the kohlrabi with a vegetable peeler and discard.
  • Spiralize into noodles with a spiralizer. Or cut into matchsticks if you don’t have a spiralizer.
  • Peel off the outer layer of the carrots with a vegetable peeler and discard. Continue peeling into thin strips until you whittle the carrot down.
  • Chiffonade the basil leaves (or use an herb scissors to cut into even strips).
  • Add the spiralized kohlrabi and carrot strips to a bowl, followed by a generous drizzle of the lemon vinaigrette.
  • Stir until well coated. Keep adding vinaigrette until you are satisfied with the amount. Refrigerate kohlrabi slaw for 4 hours before serving for the best results. Save any leftover vinaigrette for another use.
  • Stir right before serving and top with basil to garnish.
Kohlrabi Slaw Served

EQUIPMENT

Spiralizer

Storage

Store in a lidded container in the refrigerator. Best eaten within 2 days.

If you like Spiralized Kohlrabi Slaw with Lemon Vinaigrette, you may also like: 

  • This bold Sweet and Spicy Coleslaw Dressing
  • This subtle, yet complex Sweet Vinegar and Oil Dressing
  • This one-pot wonder, Quick Sauteed Tex-Mex Beef
  • This amazing summer side, Tex-Mex Pasta Salad
  • This fresh salsa, Spicy Pico de Gallo

Kohlrabi Coleslaw with Lemon Vinaigrette

Kohlrabi makes a surprisingly solid slaw, and its mild flavor lets this beautiful homemade lemon vinaigrette shine.
5 from 1 vote
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American

Equipment

  • Spiralizer

Ingredients
  

Lemon Vinaigrette

  • 2 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoon mayo
  • 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 6 tablespoon canola oil
  • ¼ teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ¼-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼-1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • ¼-1/2 teaspoon salt to taste

Kohlrabi Slaw

  • 2 kohlrabi
  • 2 medium carrots
  • 10 basil leaves

Instructions
 

Lemon Vinaigrette

  • Add all ingredients except for the canola oil to a bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Slowly drizzle in the canola oil, whisking constantly, until well combined.
  • Refrigerate until ready for use.

Spiralized Kohlrabi Slaw

  • Remove the tough outer skin of the kohlrabi with a vegetable peeler and discard.
  • Spiralize into noodles with a spiralizer. Or cut into matchsticks if you don’t have a spiralizer.
  • Peel off the outer layer of the carrots with a vegetable peeler and discard. Continue peeling into thin strips until you whittle the carrot down.
  • Chiffonade the basil leaves (or use an herb scissors to cut into even strips).
  • Add the spiralized kohlrabi and carrot strips to a bowl, followed by a generous drizzle of the lemon vinaigrette.
  • Stir until well coated. Keep adding vinaigrette until you are satisfied with the amount. Refrigerate kohlrabi slaw for 4 hours before serving for the best results. Save any leftover vinaigrette for another use.
  • Stir right before serving and top with basil to garnish.
Keyword kohlrabi coleslaw, kohlrabi slaw
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest

More Sides

  • Cream Cheese Christmas Pinwheels
  • Jalapeno Creamed Corn
  • What to do with Leftover Pico de Gallo
  • Taco Balls

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Follow me!

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
Christina from Midwexican

About Christina

I'm a Minnesota native who can't get enough of south-of-the-border flavors. My recipes combine comforting Midwestern eats with bold Mexican and Tex-Mex flavors. If you love comforting food, bold flavors, and - most importantly - tacos! then you'll love what I'm cooking!

Learn more about me →

Holiday Feast!

  • Instant Pot Turkey Breast
  • Turkey Lentil Soup
  • Ranch Cheesy Potatoes with Hash Browns
  • Simple Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
  • Creamed Kale with Cream Cheese (Jalapeno Popper Style!)
  • Mashed White Sweet Potatoes (with Chipotle Honey Butter)
  • White Chicken Porchetta Chili
  • Cruciferous Crunch Salad with Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette

    Footer

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy

    Work With Me!

    • Let's Collaborate!

    Contact

    • Contact

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2022 Midwexican

    We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
    Do not sell my personal information.
    Cookie settingsACCEPT
    Manage consent

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
    CookieDurationDescription
    cookielawinfo-checbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
    cookielawinfo-checbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
    cookielawinfo-checbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
    viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
    Functional
    Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
    Performance
    Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
    Analytics
    Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
    Advertisement
    Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
    Others
    Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
    SAVE & ACCEPT