The Best Coleslaw Recipe
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The Best Coleslaw Recipe
Description
This coleslaw features green and red cabbage finely shredded for variation in color and texture, complemented by grated carrots for sweetness and crunch. The dressing blends mayonnaise with apple cider vinegar and honey to create a creamy yet tangy flavor profile. Celery seed adds a mild spice-like flavor enhancing the overall seasoning.
The salad is assembled by tossing the vegetables with the dressing gradually, allowing control over the desired creaminess and crunch. The texture remains crisp while coated lightly with the balanced dressing. This coleslaw pairs well with barbecues, sandwiches, or as a refreshing side dish that provides contrast to richer foods.
This recipe yields approximately 12 cups depending on cabbage size and can be varied by adding ingredients like chopped spring onions, sliced apples, or raisins to introduce sweetness or additional texture. Once dressed, the coleslaw can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 to 5 days in a sealed container, allowing the flavors to meld further.
Ingredients
- ¾ green cabbage finely shredded
- ¼ red cabbage finely shredded
- 3 carrot grated, medium
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey (or more for desired sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the coleslaw. Add the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrots to a large bowl.
- Make the dressing. Combine the mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and celery seeds in a small bowl and whisk together. (If you want the dressing to be sweeter, add more honey.)
- Stir it all together. Pour about half of the dressing onto the cabbage and carrots and toss. Slowly add more dressing until you’ve reached your desired slaw-to-dressing ratio.
Notes
- This recipe makes about 12 cups of coleslaw depending on the cabbage size used.
- Optional add-ins like chopped spring onions, sliced apples, or dried raisins can add extra flavor and texture.
- Store the coleslaw covered in the fridge for up to 4 to 5 days after mixing with dressing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 159 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 159kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 193mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 2811IU | 56% |
| Vitamin C | 32mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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