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Classic Homemade Coleslaw Recipe with Creamy Dressing

This classic creamy coleslaw recipe delivers the perfect combination of crunch, creaminess, and tang that makes it the ultimate side dish for any occasion. It comes together in just 15 minutes and gets even better as it sits, making it perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 small head green cabbage, thinly shredded (about 6 cups)
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and grated
  • 1/2 small red cabbage, thinly shredded (about 2 cups)
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Start by shredding your cabbage. Remove any tough outer leaves from both green and red cabbage heads. Cut each cabbage into quarters and remove the core. Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, thinly shred the cabbage into fine strips. Place the shredded cabbage in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Peel and grate the carrots using the large holes of a box grater. If using red onion, slice it thinly. Add both to the bowl with the cabbage. Toss everything together to combine evenly.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, celery seed, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to coat every strand. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Give the coleslaw a final toss before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled alongside your favorite main dishes.

Notes

Coleslaw improves with time - making it a few hours ahead allows flavors to develop fully. For best crunch, keep dressing separate until 30 minutes before serving if preparing the day before.