Best Cabbage Coleslaw (Printable)

Crisp shredded cabbage and carrots tossed in creamy tangy dressing, ideal for barbecues and picnics.

# Ingredient list:

→ Vegetables

01 - 6 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
03 - 1 cup carrots, grated
04 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

05 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
06 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, and green onions.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, celery seed, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well to coat evenly.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For best flavor, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
05 - Serve chilled as a side dish or topping.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes, which means you can make it while the grill heats up and still look like you planned ahead.
  • The tanginess from vinegar and mustard keeps it from feeling heavy, so you can actually eat more than one small serving without guilt.
  • It tastes better the next day, which is rare for something this fresh-tasting.
02 -
  • Do not skip the whisking step with the dressing—it's the difference between something that tastes like a salad and something that tastes intentional.
  • If you make this more than a few hours ahead, the cabbage will release water, so drain some off before serving or the whole thing becomes swimming in liquid.
03 -
  • If you add the dressing and immediately taste it, it'll seem too strong—wait five minutes and taste again, because the vegetables will have mellowed everything out.
  • A tiny pinch of celery seed makes people ask what that subtle flavor is, and there's something satisfying about having a secret ingredient that's less than a quarter teaspoon.
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