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Classic American Coleslaw

Transform ordinary cabbage into a crave-worthy side dish with this classic creamy American coleslaw recipe. This sweet and tangy homemade dressing combines the perfect balance of creamy mayonnaise, tangy vinegar, and aromatic celery seeds for an elevated coleslaw that will have everyone asking for your recipe.

Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 126 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ¾ cups mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider or white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoons celery seeds
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 6 cups thinly chopped green cabbage
  • 2 cups thinly sliced red cabbage
  • 1.5 cups grated carrot (about 2 large)
  • 5 green onions chopped (or any other onion chopped finely)

Instructions

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  1. In a large serving bowl add the green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrot, and green onions. Toss to combine.
  2. Add the mayo, vinegar, mustard, sugar, celery seeds, salt, and black pepper to a small bowl.
  3. Whisk to combine and then add the salad dressing to the cabbage mix and stir to combine.
  4. Adjust the salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • For that classic coleslaw texture, slice your cabbage very thinly – aim for about ⅛ inch thickness.
  • Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream can be substituted for the mayonnaise.
  • This salad will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week so it's a great make-ahead side. Just stir before serving to redistribute the dressing.
  • If you don't have green onions, use any other onion you have on hand. Cut them into thin strips or dice finely.

Nutrition Information

Calories 126kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 310mg (13%) Potassium 170mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 2933IU (59%) Vitamin C 23mg (26%) Calcium 35mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 126

% Daily Value*

Calories 126kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 310mg 13%
Potassium 170mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 2933IU 59%
Vitamin C 23mg 26%
Calcium 35mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.