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Coleslaw Recipe A bowl of creamy coleslaw made with shredded cabbage and carrots in a mayonnaise dressing, served with a wooden spoon on a rustic wooden table, with a hot dog visible in the background.

Coleslaw Recipe

Crisp, creamy, and tangy, this Coleslaw Recipe is the perfect side for your BBQ.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BBQ side dish, cabbage salad, coleslaw, summer salad
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Resting Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 181kcal
Cost: $4

Ingredients

  • ½ Medium Cabbage finely shredded, about 4 cups
  • 1 medium Carrot shredded
  • ¼ Sweet Onion finely shredded
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise use a creamy variety
  • 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar for sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar adds tang
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice for added freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Buttermilk for creaminess
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add the shredded cabbage, carrot, and sweet onion to a large mixing bowl.
    Overhead view of a food processor bowl filled with freshly shredded cabbage and carrots for coleslaw on a wooden surface.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, buttermilk, salt, and pepper.
    Top-down view of a glass bowl containing creamy coleslaw dressing with a spoon resting inside, placed on a wooden table.
  • Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables and toss until everything is evenly coated.
    Overhead view of a white bowl filled with creamy coleslaw made of shredded cabbage and carrots on a rustic wooden table.
  • Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

For easier shredding, consider using a food processor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 181kcal (9%) | Carbohydrates: 13g (4%) | Protein: 1g (2%) | Fat: 14g (22%) | Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 8mg (3%) | Sodium: 148mg (6%) | Potassium: 191mg (5%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 10g (11%) | Vitamin A: 1789IU (36%) | Vitamin C: 30mg (36%) | Calcium: 41mg (4%) | Iron: 0.5mg (3%)
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