Pineapple Walnut Raisin Coleslaw
We have been eating plain old coleslaw for years. You know grab a bag and make up a mayonnaise type sauce or buy a bottle of coleslaw dressing, toss it all together and a way you go. It is good but I was tired of it. Needed to jazz it up somehow. So I thought of adding in some additions and created this Pineapple Walnut Raisin Coleslaw. A delicious summer side for picnics, BBQ’s, potlucks or for just about any night of the week.
I love the crunch of coleslaw but then added in more from the walnuts. The sweetness from the pineapple and raisins are also welcomed inclusion in this salad. All of the flavors go so perfectly together giving you a change from the same old, same old.
I love summer foods, they are so cool, refreshing and satisfying like this salad. Grab a big scoop and load up your plate. This would be great with pork or chicken but would fair well with steak and fish also.
I think once you have tried this coleslaw you will never want to go back to just plain old coleslaw. This one just has so much more going for it and the extras can’t be easier to add also. The one thing I do like to do is plump up the raisins in some hot water but that takes little effort and they sit and plump while you get the rest of the ingredients together.
If you are needing to take a salad to someone’s house for the summer months this is great and portable. You can leave the nuts out until you arrive and add them at the last minute so they won’t soften at all. I love all the fresh summer colours in here too.
The Recipe
- 1 lb. of shredded cabbage coleslaw mix with carrot
- 14 oz. can of pineapple tidbits, drained
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup walnuts, chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp. cider vinegar
- 1 Tbsp. sugar
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground pepper
- Soak the raisins in hot water for 10 min. and drain well, set aside.
- Whisk together the dressing ingredients. In a large bowl add the coleslaw, pineapple, raisins, and walnuts. Toss gently.
- Add the dressing and toss well to incorporate. Chill and serve.
- If making well in advance leave the walnuts out to toss in just before serving. Best if served the day of making.
Robin rue says
This is an awesome twist on coleslaw! This is going to go over big at our Fourth of July cookout.
Kristen @ My 3 Little Kittens says
My Husband absolutely LOVES coleslaw! This is such a gorgeous recipe Tara!
Jeanette says
My parents are coming into town this week and one of their favorite things is pineapple and raisins. This coleslaw looks refreshing and Chris and I know we would all like it.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
Yay! This is so making at appearance at our next barbecue. That looks so good.
Vera Sweeney says
I have never seen coleslaw like this before. It looks delicious. I love that sweet with the tang. Om nom nom.
Amy Desrosiers says
I love a sweet and savory salad. This would be so good with a burger or hot dog!
Liz Mays says
This is definitely going to be a reliable summer dish for all kinds of meals. It’s always good to have a coleslaw for barbecue days!
Jenna Wood says
I can’t get over how amazing and fresh this flavor combination sounds! I’m going to make this for our next picnic!
Lisa Favre says
Your coleslaw looks like it would make a great summer side. I love the fact that it has raisins in it!
Heidi Gray says
I love a good coleslaw! This recipe is definitely something I want to try out!
Claudia Krusch says
I have been looking for a few new recipes to try for my BBQ in a few weeks. I am looking forward to giving this Pineapple Walnut Raisin Coleslaw a try.
Sarah says
What a fun take on coleslaw. I’m generally not a fan, but raisins and walnuts would definitely encourage me to try it again.
Kelly Hutchinson says
Oh my yum! I love coleslaw, especially in the summertime. This would be great with some BBQ ribs!
Nellie Blazina says
This looks so refreshing. And Beautiful!!! What a fantastic addition to a family bbq.
Autumn says
How perfect is this for summer. And kids will love it too.
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says
I can imagine the burst of flavor that the pineapple adds to the coleslaw! I think it’s an awesome addition to the recipe and it’s definitely perfect for barbecues during the summer!
Cheryl Voelk says
Tara, this was such a great recipe, we loved it. I made it last weekend…. tripled the recipe actually.
Can’t wait to make it again.
Thank you 🙂
Tara Noland says
Awesome, so glad it was a hit!!