Skip to Content

Easy Cajun Coleslaw

This easy Cajun coleslaw recipe is versatile side dish that’s perfect from picnics to potlucks. Impress your family & friends with this flavorful coleslaw with a Southern twist. 

Cajun coleslaw in a white bowl

Ingredients For Easy Cajun Coleslaw

  • Pre-Packaged Coleslaw Mix
  • Mayonnaise
  • Cajun Seasoning
  • Sugar
  • Cajun Mustard
  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Hot Sauce (optional)
collage of ingredients for Cajun coleslaw
collage of the 6 pics making Cajun coleslaw

How To Make Easy Cajun Coleslaw

  1. Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
close up of Cajun coleslaw

What Type Of Coleslaw To Use

This is an easy coleslaw recipe so it calls for pre-packed coleslaw. Of course you can make your own coleslaw if you want.

close up of Cajun coleslaw in a white bowl

Cajun Seasoning & Mustard

The star of this Cajun inspired coleslaw is the Cajun seasoning and the Cajun mustard. I used store-bought seasoning & mustard but you can also make your own. There’s only 1 tablespoon of Cajun mustard in this dish so you may feel it’s not worth it to buy a bottle just for this recipe. If this is the case, a good substitute is stone ground mustard or Dijon mustard.   

overhead shot of Cajun coleslaw in a white bowl

FAQs & Tips

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container the refrigerator for up to 4 days. I do not recommend freezing leftovers. 
  • Substitute Creole seasoning for the Cajun seasoning. 
  • Get creative with this recipe. Add ingredients like diced bell pepper. 

Side Dishes

Air Fryer Corn On The Cob

Fried Okra

Black-Eyed Pea Salad

Baked Beans

Creamed Corn

Cajun coleslaw in a white bowl
Print Pin
4.50 from 2 votes

Easy Cajun Coleslaw

This easy Cajun coleslaw recipe is versatile side dish that's perfect from picnics to potlucks. Impress your family & friends with this flavorful coleslaw with a Southern twist. 
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Author Shannon Epstein

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces pre-packaged coleslaw
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Recipe Rating