Description
Elevate your gatherings with this vibrant and refreshing coleslaw recipe that’s bursting with flavor and color! This easy-to-make dish combines crunchy green and purple cabbage with sweet carrots, all coated in a creamy dressing that balances tanginess and sweetness perfectly. Ideal for backyard barbecues, potlucks, or picnic days by the lake, this coleslaw is not just a side dish—it’s a celebration of fresh ingredients that brings people together. With just seven simple components, you can whip up this delightful salad effortlessly. Prepare to experience a satisfying crunch in every bite!
Ingredients
- 6 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 1 to 2 cups shredded carrots
- 1 cup mayonnaise (dairy-free option available)
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: ½ teaspoon celery seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Shred green and purple cabbages as well as carrots using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all shredded veggies.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg