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Classic Homemade Coleslaw

A refreshing and crunchy coleslaw made with fresh cabbage and a creamy dressing, perfect as a side dish for barbecues and picnics.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 4 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage optional for color
Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Vegetables
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, shredded carrots, and shredded purple cabbage if using.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine
  1. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until well coated.
Chill and Serve
  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Coleslaw can be made a day in advance. Stir well before serving if it has been refrigerated for a while.

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