Southern Style Coleslaw
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly crunchy, this Southern Style Coleslaw is the ultimate side dish for your next barbecue or picnic. Featuring a perfect blend of crisp green cabbage and sweet, colorful carrots, this classic coleslaw is tossed in a luscious homemade dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, with a hint of celery seed for that authentic Southern flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this easy coleslaw recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it chilled alongside smoky pulled pork, fried chicken, or as a zesty topping for sandwiches to elevate any meal with its rich, refreshing crunch. Pro tip: let it rest in the fridge for a few hours to let the flavors fully meld together!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
- 2 medium (shredded) Carrots
- 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Celery seed
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage and shredded carrots. Toss gently to mix evenly.
Step 2
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, Dijon mustard, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture.
Step 4
Using a large spoon or tongs, gently toss all the ingredients together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the coleslaw to an airtight container.
Step 6
Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. For best results, refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
Step 7
Before serving, give the coleslaw one final stir. Serve cold as a side dish or as a topping for sandwiches and barbecue plates.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (725.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1527.5 |
| Total Fat 131.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 176.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1866.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 88.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.5g | |
| Protein 6.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 201.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1072.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories