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a serving bowl of classic creamy coleslaw

Classic Creamy Coleslaw

Diana Rattray
Looking for the perfect side dish? Try this classic creamy coleslaw recipe. Serve it with pulled pork, fish, ham, or pork for a delicious meal.
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Servings 8 servings
Calories 192
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large cabbage
  • 1 large carrot
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar , or to taste
  • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tsp celery seeds
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Shred the cabbage and carrots and transfer them to a large bowl.
    1 large cabbage | 1 large carrot
    Cabbage preparation in a bowl
  • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, and celery seeds. Whisk to blend.
    3/4 cup mayonnaise | 1 tbsp granulated sugar | 2 tbsp white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
    Preparing dressing for coleslaw
  • Toss the cabbage mixture with the dressing until moistened. Taste the slaw and add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, then transfer to a serving bowl.
    Mixing classic creamy coleslaw in a bowl
    • Tip: Don't be tempted to add more mayo yet! As it sits, the cabbage wilts and releases moisture, which actually makes the dressing much creamier on its own.

Nutrition

Calories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 168mgPotassium: 301mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1670IUVitamin C: 58mgCalcium: 69mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

Keyword cabbage, coleslaw, cookout recipes, salads, slaw recipes
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