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Coleslaw in a white salad bowl.

Classic Southern Coleslaw Recipe

Katerina | Diethood
Crunchy, refreshing, and creamy Coleslaw prepared with just a handful of pantry ingredients. Enjoy it as a side dish to grilled meats and savory dishes, or mound some on top of hamburgers, hot dogs, and sandwiches. 
Servings : 6 servings
Prep Time 5 minutes
Refrigeration Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 14 ounces Shredded Coleslaw Mix
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill weed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • chopped fresh parsley, for garnish, optional
  • fresh cracked pepper, for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Add shredded coleslaw mix to a large salad bowl and set aside.
  • In a small mixing bowl combine mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, celery seeds, dill, salt, and pepper; whisk until thoroughly combined.
  • Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and toss until well incorporated.
  • Taste for seasonings and flavor; adjust accordingly.
  • Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Garnish with parsley and fresh cracked pepper.
  • Serve.

Notes

  • Flavors: Adjust the sweet and tangy balance in your dressing to suit your taste.
  • Fresh Veggies: Consider shredding your cabbage and carrots for extra crunch and freshness.
  • Soak Cabbage: If the cabbage is too crunchy, soak it in cold water for an hour before using.
  • Chill: For a better flavor blend, refrigerate coleslaw for an hour before serving.
  • Prepare Ahead: Make coleslaw a day ahead for deeper flavors, but mix in the dressing closer to serving time to retain crunch.
  • Experiment: Add ingredients like red cabbage, apple, jalapeños, or nuts for variety.
  • Use as Topping: Coleslaw adds excellent flavor and crunch when used as a topping on sandwiches, tacos, or hot dogs.
  • Keep any leftover coleslaw in an airtight container in the fridge, and consume it within three days.

Nutrition

Calories: 162 kcal | Carbohydrates: 8 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 14 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Cholesterol: 8 mg | Sodium: 325 mg | Potassium: 112 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 6 g | Vitamin A: 75 IU | Vitamin C: 24.2 mg | Calcium: 32 mg | Iron: 0.5 mg

Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.

Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American/Southern
Keyword: cabbage recipe, coleslaw recipe, holiday side dish recipe, low carb recipe, potluck salad, shredded cabbage, summer bbq side dish, summer salad recipe