Gluten-Free Recipes

Gluten Free Coleslaw

This easy recipe for gluten free coleslaw has a creamy, homemade dressing. This healthy salad is keto and low carb friendly. I walk you through how to make the best gluten free coleslaw.

I make this salad multiple times during the summer. It's so simple to make and is even better the second night after the cabbage has marinated in the sauce.

I like to use the prepackaged coleslaw mix. I usually buy the package with carrots in it, but if you are Keto or low carb you can get the bags without carrots. You could also finely chop up heads of cabbage on your own.

As we start to get cabbage from the garden I will chop up my own cabbage and run carrots through the food processor or mandolin slicer for this salad.

If you are looking for more cabbage recipes try my Thai Style Cabbage Salad, my Southwestern Style Coleslaw, my Easy Apple Slaw with Poppyseed Dressing, or my Pineapple Coleslaw.

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Ingredients

Coleslaw Mix
Mayonnaise
Apple Cider Vinegar
Dijon Mustard
Celery Seeds
Sea Salt
Coarse Ground Black Pepper

Instructions

In a large bowl pour the bags of coleslaw mix.

In a small bowl or jar add the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, mustard, celery seeds, salt and pepper. Using the drink attachment for your hand mixer, an emersion blender or whisking by hand mix the ingredients together thoroughly.

Pour the dressing over the coleslaw mix and stir until it is all coated.

Store in your refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does coleslaw have gluten in it?

This largely depends upon what type of vinegar you use. Malt vinegars are made from barley and would contain gluten. In this recipe I use apple cider vinegar which is usually safe.

As always make sure you read the label to make sure nothing that contains gluten has been added to the apple cider vinegar. I like the tanginess the apple cider vinegar adds to the salad.

Is coleslaw ok on Keto or low carb diets?

Yes. Coleslaw makes a fantastic side dish while on a Keto or a low carb diet.

How long does gluten free coleslaw keep?

Coleslaw is generally fine for 2-4 days in the refrigerator. I actually like coleslaw the best on the second day after the cabbage has marinated in the sauce.

Be sure not to leave your coleslaw out in the sun or warm temperatures so the dressing doesn't spoil. The gluten free coleslaw needs to go back in the refrigerator after you've served it.

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Gluten Free Coleslaw

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Author: Elaine VanVleck
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Diet: Gluten Free

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This easy recipe for gluten free coleslaw has a creamy, homemade dressing. This healthy salad is keto and low carb friendly. I walk you through how to make the best gluten free coleslaw.

Ingredients

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2 - 14 ounce bags Coleslaw Mix
¾ cup Mayonnaise
⅓ cup Apple Cider Vinegar
2 tsp. Dijon Mustard
1 tsp. Celery Seeds
1 tsp. Sea Salt
1 tsp. Coarse Ground Black Pepper

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Instructions

In a large bowl pour the bags of coleslaw mix.

Pour the dressing over the coleslaw mix and stir until it is all coated.

Store in your refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

I like this salad best on day two after the cabbage and dressing have mixed thoroughly.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Gluten Free

Gluten Free Strawberry Icebox Bars

This recipe for gluten free strawberry icebox bars is the perfect dessert for summer. They are easy to make with cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, whipping cream and strawberries. I love a quick and easy homemade dessert for summer get togethers.

This dessert can be made a day or two before you need it. These gluten free strawberry icebox bars store really well in your freezer so you don't have to be rushing to make dessert. The bars are easy to cut with a sharp knife. I served mine with fresh strawberries and you could also serve with fresh or purchased whipped cream.

If you are looking for more strawberry recipes try my Gluten Free Strawberry Cobbler, my Gluten Free Strawberry Jam Bars, my Homemade Strawberry Banana Popsicles or my Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktails.

You can find all of my dessert recipes here: Gluten Free Dessert Recipes

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Ingredients

Gluten Free Pretzels
Maple Syrup
Unsalted Butter
Cold Water
Strawberries
Sweetened Condensed Milk
Cream Cheese
Strawberry Gelatin
Heavy Whipping Cream
Sea Salt
Granulated Sugar

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.

Grease a 9x13 baking dish with coconut oil or butter. Set aside

In a food processor pulse the pretzels into crumbles. Add the maple syrup and butter. Pulse into small clumps. Add water 1 tablespoon as a time and pulse until a dough begins to form.

Press the pretzel mixture into the bottom of the greased 9x13 baking dish. Bake at 375 degrees for 12-15 minutes. The crust will be slightly browned. Set aside to cool.

Process the strawberries in a blender until they are finely chopped.

In a stand mixer whisk the sweetened condensed milk, cream cheese and strawberry gelatin using the whisk attachment until they are smooth. Add the pureed strawberries and whisk together until blended.

In a separate bowl whisk the heavy cream and sea salt on medium high until soft peaks form. Fold the strawberry mixture into the whipped cream mixture until it's folded together.

Pour the strawberry and cream mixture over the cooled pretzel crust. Freeze for at least 8 hours before serving.

Prior to serving whisk the heavy whipping cream and sugar together on medium high speed until stiff peaks form. Serve over the bars.

Top Tip

When I say fold I mean to pour the whipped cream on top of the strawberry mixture, then take a spatula and gently pull strawberry mixture over the whipped cream until they mix together. You want to keep the airiness of the whipped cream so you don't just want to stir them together.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does icebox bars mean?

Iceboxes where used prior to the invention of electrical refrigerators and freezers. They literally had a large block of ice in them that kept the food cold. These gluten free strawberry icebox bars are stored in the freezer. The texture is very similar to ice cream.

Icebox cakes have been around for a long time. They generally involve fruit, cream, nuts and/or some kind of wafer. For these icebox bars I used fruit, cream and gluten free pretzels.

How do you make Cool Whip from scratch?

I love to serve these gluten free strawberry icebox bars with fresh whipped cream (Cool Whip). It is so easy to make and the texture is so much lighter and fluffier than store bought Cool Whip.

Using you stand mixer and the whisk attachment add 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Whip on medium high for 5-8 minutes. You will be able to see the whipped cream get thicker and hear the motor on your mixer bog down as the whipped cream forms.

To test if the whipped cream is done lift the mixer and see if a stiff peak forms. the whipped cream should be very light and fluffy and should stand up into a peak. If the peak flattens or one doesn't form the mixture needs to be whisked more.

How do you store icebox bars?

After you have made the gluten free strawberry icebox bars they need to be stored in your freezer for at least 8 hours to fully set. Serve them right out of the freezer as they will start to melt in warm weather.

Store leftovers in the freezer covered well so they don't get freezer burnt. Make sure you use a baking dish that can also go in the freezer and is freezer safe.

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