Chet Atkins Coleslaw

Brighten up your next gathering with the refreshing crunch of Chet Atkins Coleslaw, a classic side dish bursting with vibrant textures and tangy flavors. This easy-to-make recipe combines finely shredded green cabbage, sweet carrots, and red onion with a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of celery seed for a subtle aromatic twist. Perfectly balanced with a touch of sugar, salt, and pepper, this no-cook coleslaw comes together in just 15 minutes and is best served chilled, making it an ideal companion to barbecue, fried chicken, or sandwiches. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or looking for a quick, make-ahead side dish, this coleslaw is a crowd-pleasing favorite that's both classic and satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Green cabbage
• 2 large Carrots
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Celery seed
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Remove the outer leaves from the cabbage, then slice it in half and remove the core. Finely shred the cabbage using a knife, mandoline, or food processor, and place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or food processor. Add the grated carrots to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion and finely chop the slices into smaller pieces. Add the onion to the bowl as well.

Step 4

In a small separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, granulated sugar, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables in the mixing bowl. Use tongs or a large spoon to thoroughly toss the vegetables with the dressing until evenly coated.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, let it chill for 1–2 hours.

Step 7

Before serving, give the coleslaw a quick toss to redistribute the dressing. Serve cold as a side dish or accompaniment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(723.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1101.2

Total Fat 88.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 117.6mg	0%
Sodium 1738.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 6.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 217.8mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 1189.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.4%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 27.3%