Classic Coleslaw

Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with bright flavors, this Classic Coleslaw is a timeless side dish that's perfect for backyard barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Featuring a colorful medley of shredded green and red cabbage, grated carrot, and scallions, this recipe delivers both crunch and vibrant presentation. The creamy dressing, made with tangy apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of sugar, strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet, while a hint of celery seed adds a subtle depth of flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this easy coleslaw pairs beautifully with grilled meats, sandwiches, or even as a topping for fish tacos. Make it ahead of time to let the flavors meld and serve chilled for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups, shredded green cabbage
• 2 cups, shredded red cabbage
• 1 large, grated carrot
• 3 medium, sliced scallions
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon celery seed

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrot, and sliced scallions.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture.

Step 4

Toss everything together until the cabbage mixture is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Before serving, give the coleslaw a quick toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 7

Serve cold as a side dish for barbecues or any main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(838.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1972.7

Total Fat 176.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 235.3mg	0%
Sodium 3399.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.8g
Protein 6.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 250.0mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1188.4mg	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: 79.1%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 19.6%