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Homemade Nando’s Rainbow Slaw

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A vibrant mix of cabbage, carrot, radish and spring onions, topped with mixed seeds, this delicious coleslaw is an easy homemade version of Nando’s Rainbow Slaw… except I’ve tweaked it to make it taste EVEN BETTER!

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A Nando’s favourite – made even better!

It’s no secret that I am a big fan of Nando’s. I love eating in Nando’s restaurants and I really love recreating my Nando’s favourites at home! One of my favourite sides at Nando’s is their Rainbow Slaw. I just love that vibrant combo of red and white cabbage, carrots and radishes, topped with a generous sprinkle of mixed seeds.

Usually when I make my Nando’s fakeaway recipes, I try to stick as close as possible to the original, but in this particular instance I’ve made a couple of tweaks, which I hope you’ll agree make this classic Nando’s side even better! The first is I’ve slightly tweaked the dressing to make it just a little less ‘tangy’ and a touch more creamy. The second is I’ve added a little finely sliced spring onion.

I hope you’ll agree that my version of Nando’s rainbow slaw is even better than the original 😀

Homemade Nandos Rainbow Slaw surrounded by fino pittas, macho peas and sweet potato cubes

 

Super simple to make

And of course, as you’d expect from me, the recipe for this Nando’s-style Rainbow Slaw is very quick and simple to make. (And it’s all made in one bowl, to cut down on the washing up!)

All you need to do is mix mayo, vinegar, salt and pepper in a bowl – to make the dressing. Then add grated carrot, cumin seeds, sliced cabbage, spring onions and radishes. Give it a quick stir and top with mixed seeds. Easy peasy!

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Cumin seeds – the secret ingredient?

If you’ve ever tried the Rainbow Slaw in a Nando’s restaurant, you’ll know there’s a slightly spicy flavour in there that’s hard to put your finger on… well I can’t be 100% certain, but I’m pretty sure it’s cumin. In any case, I’ve added just half a teaspoon of cumin seeds to my Rainbow Slaw recipe and it really works (but feel free to leave it out if you are not a cumin fan!)

 

What to serve with Rainbow Slaw?

This easy peasy Rainbow slaw makes a great side dish for Nando’s-style Peri Peri Chicken! For example:

  • Nando’s Peri Peri Chicken Thighs
  • Nando’s Peri Peri Chicken Breasts
  • Nando’s Peri Peri Chicken Wings
  • Nando’s Peri Peri Chicken Burgers
  • Peri Peri Chicken Traybake

It also works wonderfully with roast chicken, ham, pulled pork and pan-fried salmon. And of course it makes a great option to serve at a barbecue, pot luck, buffet, party or picnic.

(Show here with Homemade Nando’s Fino Pitta, Roasted Peri Peri Sweet Potato Cubes and Homemade Nando’s Macho Peas.)

Homemade Nandos Rainbow Slaw surrounded by fino pittas, macho peas and sweet potato cubes

 

What to do with leftover Rainbow Slaw?

As is often the case with coleslaw, this Rainbow Slaw tastes just as good the next day, if not better! This means it’s a great make-ahead side, and perfect for picnics and lunchboxes. (As well as transporting to buffets, parties, potlucks etc.)

Put any leftover Rainbow Slaw in a lidded container and place in the fridge, where it will keep for up to 3 days.

 

Can you freeze Rainbow Slaw?

No, Rainbow Slaw is not suitable for freezing.

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If you like this recipe…

…you might also like:

  • Homemade Nando’s Spicy Rice
  • Classic Coleslaw
  • Homemade Nando’s Macho Peas
  • Homemade Nando’s Corn on the Cob
  • Sweet potato wedges
  • Baked sweet potatoes

 

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Homemade Nando’s Rainbow Slaw

A vibrant mix of cabbage, carrot, radish and spring onions, topped with mixed seeds, this delicious coleslaw is an easy homemade version of Nando’s Rainbow Slaw… except I’ve tweaked it to make it taste EVEN BETTER! (Serves 4-8, depending on appetite and accompaniments)
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Course Side, Side Dish
Cuisine British, Fusion, Portuguese, South African
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8 people
Calories 67kcal
Author Eb Gargano

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary
  • 2 tablespoons good quality mayonnaise (I use Hellmann’s)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or to taste - see Note 1)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 150 g carrots grated on a coarse grater
  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds (optional)
  • 250 g white cabbage finely sliced
  • 250 g red cabbage finely sliced
  • 2 small spring onions (AKA scallions) finely sliced
  • 4 small radishes thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons mixed seeds (I use Tesco Wholefoods 4 Seed Mix)

Instructions

  • Place the mayonnaise, vinegar, salt and pepper in a large bowl and stir to combine.
  • Add the grated carrot and cumin and stir well.
  • Add the cabbage, spring onions and radishes, and stir again.
  • Sprinkle over the mixed seeds as a garnish and serve.

Notes

  1. Using 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar gives the coleslaw a really nice tang, which contrasts nicely with the creaminess of the mayo (and is similar to the tanginess of Nando’s Rainbow slaw). However, if you prefer a less tangy flavour, I recommend using only 1 tablespoon of the vinegar.
  2. Not suitable for freezing.
  3. Nutrition information is approximate and meant as a guideline only.

Nutrition Facts
Homemade Nando’s Rainbow Slaw
Amount Per Serving
Calories 67 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 1mg0%
Sodium 51mg2%
Potassium 208mg6%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 3546IU71%
Vitamin C 31mg38%
Calcium 37mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* % Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet
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  1. Jack says

    27th September 2022 at 3:20 pm

    The spicy flavour in rainbow slaw is mustard seed, or at least the one I had today was. Other than that, great recipe.

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    • Eb Gargano says

      28th September 2022 at 8:57 am

      Interesting… it definitely tasted more like cumin in my local Nando’s when I was doing the research for this recipe… I wonder if they use different ingredients in different restaurants? I am going to have to go back now and test it again! #anyexcuse 😉

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      • SF says

        16th February 2023 at 5:50 pm

        It’s got cumin seed there too so you are not wrong. I believe there’s poppy seed in the mix as well. Thanks for your recipe x

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        • Eb Gargano says

          16th February 2023 at 5:55 pm

          Oooh interesting. I did not notice the poppy seed. I’ll have to visit Nando’s again to check that out! (Any excuse 😉 )

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