Coleslaw Topping for Pulled Meat Sandwiches

Elevate your pulled meat sandwiches with this vibrant and tangy coleslaw topping, the perfect blend of crunch, creaminess, and bold flavor. Made with crisp shredded green cabbage, sweet carrots, and a hint of sharpness from red onion, this quick and easy coleslaw comes together in just 15 minutes. The zesty dressing—featuring mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and a touch of celery seeds—provides a harmonious balance of sweet and tangy notes. Tossed to perfection and best served chilled, this versatile coleslaw not only enhances barbecue favorites like pulled pork or brisket but also shines as a refreshing standalone side dish. Whether you're hosting a backyard cookout or craving a weeknight flavor boost, this coleslaw recipe is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
• 1 cup (shredded) Carrots
• 0.5 cup (thinly sliced) Red onion
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Celery seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, shredded carrots, and thinly sliced red onion.

Step 2

In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, celery seeds, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture.

Step 4

Using tongs or a large spoon, toss the coleslaw until all the vegetables are evenly coated in the dressing.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a bit more salt, pepper, or honey according to preference.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld (optional but recommended).

Step 7

Before serving, give the coleslaw one last toss. Serve as a topping for pulled meat sandwiches or as a refreshing side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(617.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1106.4

Total Fat 90.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 117.6mg	0%
Sodium 1934.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 33.5g
Protein 5.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 181.6mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 944.0mg	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: 71.8%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 26.3%