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Yes, There's An Important Difference Between Slaw And Coleslaw By Allison Beussink Nov. 4, 2025 7:20 pm EST

Although most folks use the words "slaw" and "coleslaw" interchangeably, the truth is they are two different dishes. The concept of coleslaw dates back to the 4th century, when Greeks and Romans consumed cabbage-based salads to improve their health. Cabbage is still the ingredient that separates coleslaw from any old slaw. While coleslaw can have surprising ingredients , such as fennel, pickles, raisins, or poppy seeds, it will always have cabbage. In contrast, slaw refers to any thinly sliced crunchy vegetables mixed together with a dressing — think hearty ingredients like broccoli, radishes, Brussels sprouts, and celery. While slaw and coleslaw are type

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