Texas Picnic Coleslaw
Brighten up your next barbecue or outdoor gathering with Texas Picnic Coleslaw, a zesty and colorful twist on the classic side dish. This fresh and crunchy coleslaw combines thinly sliced green and red cabbage with grated carrots for a vibrant base, while a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey adds a tangy-sweet kick. A sprinkle of celery seed and a hint of optional diced jalapeño elevate the flavor, making it an irresistible companion to smoky barbecue ribs, grilled chicken, or pulled pork sandwiches. Quick to prepare and bursting with bold southern flavors, this easy, no-cook recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd with minimal effort. Make it ahead, chill until serving, and enjoy a refreshing, crave-worthy dish that’s destined to be the star of your next picnic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Green cabbage
- 2 medium Carrots
- 1 cup Red cabbage
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Celery seed
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 small Jalapeño (optional, for spice)
Instructions
Thinly slice the green cabbage and red cabbage, or use a food processor for even shreds. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and grate the carrots, then add them to the bowl with the cabbage.
If using jalapeño, remove the seeds and finely dice it. Add the diced jalapeño to the vegetable mixture.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (more salt, pepper, or a touch of honey for sweetness).
Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold as a refreshing side dish for your Texas picnic or barbecue feast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2009 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.7 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 3444 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.6 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1377 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.
