Classic Coleslaw
Creamy, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, this Classic Coleslaw recipe is a timeless favorite that pairs perfectly with any meal. Featuring a vibrant mix of shredded green and red cabbage, grated carrot, and sliced scallions, this dish is brought to life with a zesty dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of celery seed for a subtle layer of spice. Ready in just 20 minutes, this coleslaw is the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish for barbecues, picnics, or family dinners. Refrigerate it to let the flavors meld beautifully, and serve chilled for a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats, sandwiches, or seafood. Easy, versatile, and packed with fresh ingredients, this coleslaw will steal the spotlight at your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups, shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups, shredded red cabbage
- 1 large, grated carrot
- 3 medium, sliced scallions
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon celery seed
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrot, and sliced scallions.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, black pepper, and celery seed until well combined to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture.
Toss everything together until the cabbage mixture is evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the coleslaw a quick toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve cold as a side dish for barbecues or any main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1775 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.0 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 3510 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 335 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1348 mg | 29% | |
*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.
