Carolina Q Coleslaw
Craving the perfect tangy and refreshing side dish for your next barbecue? Carolina Q Coleslaw is a classic Southern recipe that brings bold flavors to the table with minimal effort. This vibrant coleslaw combines crisp shredded green cabbage and sweet, earthy carrots, all tossed in a zesty apple cider vinegar dressing enhanced with Dijon mustard, celery seed, and a touch of sugar for balance. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this no-mayo coleslaw is a light, crunchy companion to smoky pulled pork, juicy ribs, or even as a topping for sandwiches. Let it chill in the fridge for an hour to meld the flavors and soften the cabbage, and you'll have a crowd-pleasing dish that's both healthful and packed with bold flavor. Perfect for picnics, cookouts, or weeknight dinners, this versatile recipe is a must-try for lovers of Southern cuisine!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head (medium, shredded) Green cabbage
- 2 medium (peeled and grated) Carrot
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Celery seed
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (freshly ground) Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the green cabbage, then cut it into quarters and remove the core. Use a sharp knife, mandoline, or food processor to thinly shred the cabbage into fine strips.
Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor with a grating attachment.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and grated carrots.
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, Dijon mustard, celery seed, kosher salt, black pepper, and vegetable oil until the sugar has dissolved and the dressing is emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Use clean hands or salad tongs to thoroughly toss the vegetables in the dressing, ensuring every piece is evenly coated.
Taste the coleslaw and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar to achieve desired balance.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly.
Serve chilled as a side dish or topping, especially alongside barbecue dishes like pulled pork.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
735 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.1 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1081 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1016 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
