Ranch Coleslaw

Elevate your classic barbecue side dish with this creamy, tangy Ranch Coleslaw recipe—a refreshing twist on traditional coleslaw! Packed with vibrant green and purple cabbage and a touch of shredded carrots, this colorful salad is tossed in a rich dressing made from buttermilk ranch, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and just a hint of sweetness. The optional addition of fresh chives adds a pop of brightness, making it the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, sandwiches, or fried chicken. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy coleslaw is a crowd-pleaser that only gets better after chilling, as the flavors meld together beautifully. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners, this ranch coleslaw is sure to become your go-to creamy side dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
• 2 cups (shredded) Purple cabbage
• 1 cup (shredded) Carrots
• 1 cup Buttermilk ranch dressing
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chives (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, and carrots. Toss to mix evenly.

Step 2

In a separate medium bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the buttermilk ranch dressing, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Use tongs or a spoon to toss everything together until the vegetables are fully coated in the dressing.

Step 4

Taste the coleslaw and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar.

Step 5

If using chives, sprinkle them on top for garnish or mix them into the coleslaw for added flavor.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, give the coleslaw a quick toss and transfer it to a serving dish or bowl.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(942.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2012.4

Total Fat 182.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24g
Cholesterol 196.8mg	0%
Sodium 3792.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 46.0g
Protein 14.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 468.0mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 1309.2mg	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: 80.7%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 16.4%