Sweet Southern Cole Slaw
Creamy, tangy, and perfectly sweet, this Sweet Southern Cole Slaw is a classic side dish that brings a burst of flavor and crunch to your table. Featuring finely shredded green cabbage and freshly grated carrots tossed in a luscious dressing made with mayonnaise, white vinegar, granulated sugar, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this easy recipe balances sweet and savory to perfection. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and requiring no cooking, this make-ahead dish is ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or as a crisp, refreshing topping for pulled pork sandwiches and burgers. Refrigerate for a few hours to let the flavors meld, and enjoy a Southern favorite that’s simple, delicious, and guaranteed to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
- 2 medium-sized (peeled and grated) Carrot
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons White vinegar
- 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing your vegetables. Remove and discard any outer leaves from the cabbage, then cut the cabbage in half and remove the core. Shred the cabbage finely using a sharp knife, mandoline, or food processor until you have 6 cups. Transfer the shredded cabbage to a large mixing bowl.
Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor, and add them to the bowl with the shredded cabbage.
In a separate small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, white vinegar, granulated sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and fully combined.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots in the large mixing bowl.
Toss the cole slaw thoroughly using tongs or a large spoon, ensuring all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. For best results, chill the cole slaw for 2-3 hours.
Stir the cole slaw before serving and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve cold as a side dish or as a topping for sandwiches and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.2 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 3160 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.1 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 928 mg | 20% | |
*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.
