Sweet and Sour Cole Slaw

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly crisp, Sweet and Sour Cole Slaw is the ultimate make-ahead side dish for any occasion. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines shredded green cabbage, grated carrots, and thinly sliced red bell pepper with a tangy-sweet dressing made from apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, and a touch of Dijon mustard for a perfect balance of flavors. A sprinkle of celery seeds and black pepper adds subtle depth, while the hour-long chill time lets the ingredients meld beautifully, resulting in a refreshing crunch bursting with vibrancy. Whether you're serving it at a summer barbecue, alongside classic comfort foods, or as a topping for pulled pork sandwiches, this no-cook, 20-minute prep dish is a versatile favorite sure to steal the spotlight.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups Green cabbage
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Shred the green cabbage using a sharp knife, mandoline slicer, or food processor until you have about 6 cups. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrots, and thinly slice the red bell pepper. Add both to the mixing bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, and vegetable oil. Stir until the sugar dissolves, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the Dijon mustard, celery seeds, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the sweet and sour dressing over the cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables evenly.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, toss the cole slaw again to redistribute the dressing. Serve chilled as a side dish or sandwich topping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1167.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1913.9

Total Fat 107.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 897.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 245.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 222.8g
Protein 7.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 267.2mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1530.1mg	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: 48.8%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 49.6%