Kentucky Slaw
Bright, tangy, and bursting with Southern charm, Kentucky Slaw is the ultimate side dish for your next barbecue or picnic. This vibrant coleslaw combines crisp green cabbage, sweet carrots, and the lively crunch of bell peppers and red onion, all tossed in a warm, flavorful dressing that's both zesty and slightly sweet. A unique blend of apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, celery seeds, and just a hint of sugar creates a refreshing balance that perfectly complements smoky ribs, fried chicken, or pulled pork. Ready in just 20 minutes (plus chill time), this easy-to-make slaw is a crowd-pleaser, delivering bold flavor and a satisfying crunch with every bite. Serve it chilled for the best results, and watch it steal the show at any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head (medium) Green cabbage
- 2 large Carrots
- 1 Green bell pepper
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Celery seeds
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the green cabbage and slice it in half. Core the cabbage, then thinly slice it into shreds using a knife, mandoline, or food processor. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or food processor. Add them to the bowl with the cabbage.
Dice the green bell pepper and finely slice the red onion. Add both to the bowl with the cabbage and carrots, tossing to combine.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, yellow mustard, celery seeds, salt, and ground black pepper.
Heat the mixture, stirring frequently, just until the sugar has dissolved, approximately 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in the vegetable oil.
Pour the warm dressing over the shredded vegetables in the bowl. Toss everything thoroughly to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated in the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly.
Give the coleslaw a final toss before serving. Serve chilled as a side dish with your favorite Southern-style meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.8 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2989 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.9 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.5 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.8 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 538 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2703 mg | 58% | |
*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.
