Nine Day Coleslaw
Discover the ultimate make-ahead side dish with this Nine Day Coleslaw, a vibrant and tangy twist on a classic favorite that gets better with time! Featuring finely shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and crisp green bell pepper, this coleslaw is tossed in a zesty dressing made with white vinegar, sugar, and a hint of celery seed for a depth of flavor that’s hard to resist. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or easy meal prep, this dish requires just 30 minutes of prep time before it heads to the refrigerator, where it marinates for up to nine days while its flavors deepen and meld. With its impressive shelf life and bold, refreshing taste, Nine Day Coleslaw is a no-fuss crowd-pleaser for any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cabbage
- 2 large Carrots
- 1 medium Green bell pepper
- 1 cup White vinegar
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Celery seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, then finely shred it using a knife, mandoline, or food processor. Place the shredded cabbage in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and grate the carrots, then add them to the bowl with the cabbage.
Thinly slice the green bell pepper into small strips or dice it, depending on your preference. Add the pepper to the bowl with the cabbage and carrots.
In a small saucepan, combine the white vinegar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, salt, celery seeds, and ground black pepper. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture begins to simmer. This should take about 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the dressing cool for 5-10 minutes.
Pour the warm vinegar mixture over the cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Transfer the coleslaw to an airtight container or cover the bowl securely with plastic wrap. Place it in the refrigerator and let it marinate for at least 4 hours, but for best results, allow it to sit overnight.
Stir the coleslaw before serving. This dish can be kept in the refrigerator for up to nine days, during which the flavors will continue to develop.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2830 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.9 g | 270% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.4 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 134.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2581 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.9 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1871 mg | 40% | |
*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.
