Name: The Best Coleslaw Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Ingredients: 3/4 medium Green cabbage; 1/4 medium Red cabbage; 3 Carrots; 1/2 cup 115g Mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon Honey; Salt to taste; Pepper to taste

The Best Coleslaw Recipe

By David | Jun 17, 2021August 19, 2024

4.50 from 19 votes

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This homemade coleslaw recipe is the best you can find! This coleslaw salad is made of white cabbage, a bit of red cabbage, some grated carrots and delicious coleslaw dressing. This recipe is quick, easy and anyone can make it. Perfect salad to serve with burgers, BBQ’s or sandwiches.

A close-up view of a bowl filled with coleslaw. The coleslaw is made up of shredded cabbage, both green and purple, as well as thin strips of carrots, all mixed together with a creamy dressing. The dish looks fresh and colorful.

The Best Coleslaw Recipe

4.50 from 19 votes

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Prep Time 15

WORK TIME 15

DIFFICULTY Easy

Cuisine American

Servings yields

Ingredients

¾ medium Green cabbage
¼ medium Red cabbage
3 Carrots
½ cup 115g Mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Honey
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Instructions

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DIRECTIONS
1. Cut the cabbage into quarters, then cut out the core. Cut each quarter crosswise and shred thinly as you like. Repeat same process with the red cabbage. Place shredded cabbage into a large bowl.
2. Shred the carrots and add to the bowl.
3. In a separate bowl whisk mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until well combined.
Notes:
* If you want to make the salad a bit lighter and healthier, replace half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
How to store Coleslaw?
Coleslaw is at its best at the day of preparation. But, you can store coleslaw in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. After one day the salad will become watery, but it’s still delicious.
Can Coleslaw Be Made Ahead of Time?
Yes, you can shred the vegetables, place them in a bowl, cover and keep in the fridge until ready to serve. You can keep them in this way for 1 days, then make the dressing, mix and serve.
What Topping Can We Add to Coleslaw Salad?
There are many optional additions that you can add to your salad, here are some examples: shredded/chopped apples, pineapple, celery, nuts, seeds, dried cranberries, poppy seeds and more.
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