25 slaw recipes that are perfect for your next barbecue

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The days are growing warmer and longer across the U.S., and that can only mean one thing—summer is right around the corner. With the sunniest season of the year comes prime cook out opportunities, including holidays like Memorial Day on May 25, 2026 and Independence Day on July 4. 

Summer has many go-to main dishes, ranging from hamburgers to hot dogs to kebabs. However, when it comes to sides, few are better or more classic options than different types of slaw.

Slaw, short for coleslaw, is typically made of shredded vegetables, cream sauce, and various vegetables. Within that basic construct, countless ways exist to customize your slaw to your preferences. There are almost as many different combinations of slaw as there are types of vegetables, toppings, and creams. And it's an effortless dish to customize for whatever is seasonal or local for that very reason.

And although slaw is the perfect side dish to a wide array of summer dishes, it can also be used as a topping for a burger or another piece of meat, or even a dip on pita or warm bread. So no matter what's on the menu for your next meal or gathering, it's unlikely you'll regret whipping up a batch of slaw in advance. Stacker compiled a list of 25 slaw recipes from Allrecipes to give you inspiration and ideas for your summer coleslaw recipes. Scroll on for some of the most popular recipes below.

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Ramen Slaw

- Prep: 15 mins
- Additional: 1 hr 30 mins
- Total: 1 hr 45 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Amish Slaw

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 3 mins
- Additional: 8 hrs
- Total: 8 hrs 18 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Cranberry Walnut Slaw

- Prep: 15 mins
- Total: 15 mins
- Servings: 16
- Yield: 16 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

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Carrot Slaw

- Prep: 20 mins
- Additional: 3 hrs
- Total: 3 hrs 20 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Freezer Slaw

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Additional: 1 hr 30 mins
- Total: 1 hr 55 mins
- Servings: 16
- Yield: 16 servings
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

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5 Minute Slaw

- Prep: 5 mins
- Additional: 4 hrs
- Total: 4 hrs 5 mins
- Servings: 24
- Yield: 24 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Jack Wilson's Slaw Dressing

- Prep: 15 mins
- Additional: 45 mins
- Total: 1 hr
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Napa Slaw

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Total: 20 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 10 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Vernell's Slaw

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 3 mins
- Additional: 3 hrs
- Total: 3 hrs 23 mins
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Broccoli Slaw with Spicy Dressing

- Prep: 10 mins
- Total: 10 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Red Cabbage Slow Slaw

- Prep: 15 mins
- Additional: 2 days 1 hr
- Total: 2 days 1 hr 15 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Horseradish Mustard Slaw

- Prep: 15 mins
- Additional: 45 mins
- Total: 1 hr
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 10 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

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Grandma's Pepper Slaw

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Additional: 1 hr 15 mins
- Total: 1 hr 30 mins
- Servings: 32
- Yield: 2 quarts
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Slaw Your Way

- Prep: 20 mins
- Total: 20 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 1/2-cup servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Gazpacho Slaw

- Prep: 20 mins
- Additional: 2 hrs
- Total: 2 hrs 20 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

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Thornehedge Peach Slaw

- Prep: 25 mins
- Additional: 45 mins
- Total: 1 hr 10 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

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Red BBQ Slaw

- Prep: 15 mins
- Additional: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 15 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here