Maw Maw's Slaw

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Southern comfort with "Maw Maw's Slaw," a classic coleslaw recipe that’s equal parts creamy and tangy. Featuring freshly shredded green cabbage, sweet carrots, and a hint of sharpness from red onion, this dish is brought to life with a homemade dressing of mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of Dijon mustard, perfectly balanced with a sprinkle of celery seed. Ready in just 20 minutes and requiring only a brief chill to meld the flavors, this versatile side dish pairs beautifully with barbecue, fried chicken, or grilled fish. Whether you’re hosting a backyard gathering or adding a refreshing crunch to your dinner table, Maw Maw’s Slaw is a crowd-pleasing favorite that celebrates simple, wholesome ingredients with the perfect level of zest.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium head green cabbage
• 2 large carrots
• 1 small red onion
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon celery seed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, then cut it into quarters. Remove the core and thinly slice the cabbage, or use a food processor to shred it finely. Place the shredded cabbage into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add the onion slices to the vegetable mixture in the bowl.

Step 4

In a medium-sized bowl, combine mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, Dijon mustard, and celery seed. Whisk the dressing until smooth.

Step 5

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste, whisking to incorporate evenly.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the cabbage, carrot, and onion mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables with the dressing.

Step 7

Let the slaw rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Before serving, give the slaw a final stir and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(784.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1168.3

Total Fat 88.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 117.6mg	0%
Sodium 2920.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 47.6g
Protein 7.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.7mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1262.3mg	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: 66.3%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 31.3%