Sweet and Sour Cole Slaw
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly crisp, Sweet and Sour Cole Slaw is the ultimate make-ahead side dish for any occasion. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines shredded green cabbage, grated carrots, and thinly sliced red bell pepper with a tangy-sweet dressing made from apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, and a touch of Dijon mustard for a perfect balance of flavors. A sprinkle of celery seeds and black pepper adds subtle depth, while the hour-long chill time lets the ingredients meld beautifully, resulting in a refreshing crunch bursting with vibrancy. Whether you're serving it at a summer barbecue, alongside classic comfort foods, or as a topping for pulled pork sandwiches, this no-cook, 20-minute prep dish is a versatile favorite sure to steal the spotlight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Green cabbage
- 2 medium Carrots
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Celery seeds
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Shred the green cabbage using a sharp knife, mandoline slicer, or food processor until you have about 6 cups. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Peel and grate the carrots, and thinly slice the red bell pepper. Add both to the mixing bowl with the cabbage.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, and vegetable oil. Stir until the sugar dissolves, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the Dijon mustard, celery seeds, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the sweet and sour dressing over the cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables evenly.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, toss the cole slaw again to redistribute the dressing. Serve chilled as a side dish or sandwich topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.3 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 898 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 245.3 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 222.8 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1530 mg | 33% | |
*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.
