Description
This classic coleslaw is crisp, creamy, and packed with flavor. Made with fresh cabbage, carrots, and a tangy homemade dressing, it’s the perfect side dish for any barbecue, picnic, or weeknight dinner. Sweet, tangy, and totally satisfying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small head green cabbage, shredded
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp celery seeds (optional)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, and chopped red onion.
- In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, pepper, celery seeds, and garlic powder until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- For a creamier slaw, add more mayonnaise or a splash of buttermilk.
- Feel free to add diced apples, raisins, or sunflower seeds for extra texture and flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more honey or sugar to taste.
- Coleslaw can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time—just keep it covered in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg