Classic Creamy Coleslaw Recipe

Classic Creamy Coleslaw Recipe

This Classic Creamy Coleslaw Recipe is a fresh, crunchy, and delicious side dish made with shredded green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and thinly sliced red onion, all tossed in a smooth, tangy mayonnaise dressing. It’s easy to prepare with simple ingredients and delivers the perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors in every bite. 

Whether you're serving it alongside grilled chicken, burgers, barbecue, sandwiches, or your favorite family dinner, this homemade coleslaw is a crowd-pleasing addition to any meal. Best of all, it tastes even better after chilling in the refrigerator, giving the vegetables time to absorb the flavorful dressing.

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• · 1/2 head of green cabbage, finely shredded
• · 1/4 head of red cabbage, finely shredded
• · 2-3 medium carrots, peeled and grated (or julienned)
• · 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

For the Creamy Dressing:

• · 1/2 cup mayonnaise (as seen in the top-left image)
• · 1 to 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
• · 1 to 2 teaspoons granulated sugar (to taste)
• · 1/2 teaspoon salt
• · 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• · (Optional) 1/2 teaspoon celery seed or Dijon mustard

Instructions:

1. Prep the Vegetables (Top Left & Middle):

   · Finely shred the green and red cabbage using a sharp knife or a mandoline.

   · Peel and grate the carrots.

   · Thinly slice the red onion.

   · Place all the prepared vegetables into a large mixing bowl.

2. Make the Dressing (Top Right):

   · In a separate small bowl, add the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.

   · Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust the sugar, salt, or vinegar to your preference.

3. Combine :

   · Pour the creamy dressing over the shredded vegetables.

   · Using two large spoons or tongs, toss the mixture thoroughly until every piece of cabbage and carrot is evenly coated in the dressing.

4. Chill and Serve (Middle Right & Bottom):

   · For the best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and the cabbage soften slightly.

   · Give it a final toss before serving in a nice bowl.