Description
This classic coleslaw recipe is creamy, flavorful, and perfect as a side dish for BBQs, burgers, or fried chicken. The combination of cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage (optional, for color)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
Dressing:
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar (or honey)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp celery seed (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage (if using), and carrots.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, celery seed, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Combine and Chill: Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half Greek yogurt and half mayonnaise.
- This coleslaw can be made up to one day in advance.
- Perfect as a side for BBQ, burgers, or fried chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
