Description
This homemade coleslaw is a classic, creamy side dish featuring finely shredded green and red cabbage with carrots, dressed in a tangy, slightly sweet mayonnaise-based dressing. Perfect for pairing with barbecue, burgers, or fried chicken, this easy no-cook recipe offers a fresh, crunchy complement to any meal and can be made ahead for convenience.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon celery seed (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the finely shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, and shredded carrots, tossing them gently to mix evenly.
- Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sugar, celery seed (if using), salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine dressing and vegetables: Pour the prepared dressing over the shredded vegetables. Toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables evenly with the dressing.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 1 hour. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly.
- Serve: Before serving, give the coleslaw a good stir to redistribute the dressing and enjoy it as a side dish with your meal.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for some or all of the mayonnaise.
- This coleslaw pairs perfectly with barbecue, burgers, or fried chicken.
- Best enjoyed the same day but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
