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Classic Coleslaw | Easy Creamy Homemade Coleslaw Recipe

This Classic Coleslaw is fresh, creamy, and perfectly crunchy with shredded cabbage, carrots, and a sweet-tangy homemade dressing. It's an easy side dish that's perfect for BBQs, cookouts, sandwiches, tacos, and everyday family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Cooling time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Coleslaw
  • 6 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion optional
Dressing
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl Toss the salad
  • 1 Small Mixing Bowl Mix dressing
  • 1 Whisk Blend dressing
  • 1 Chef's Knife Slice vegetables
  • 1 Cutting Board Prep ingredients
  • 1 Measuring Cups & Spoons Measure ingredients

Method
 

  1. Wash and shred the cabbage and carrots if not using pre-shredded vegetables.Combine the green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrots, and red onion in a large bowl.In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, celery seed, salt, and black pepper.Pour the dressing over the vegetables.Toss until everything is evenly coated.Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.Toss again before serving and enjoy chilled.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded cabbage for the best crunch.
  • Add more honey for a sweeter dressing.
  • Greek yogurt can replace half the mayonnaise for a lighter version.
  • Stir before serving if made ahead.
  • Best enjoyed within 2–3 days.
    Let the coleslaw chill for at least 30 minutes so the cabbage softens slightly and the flavors blend beautifully.