Coleslaw With Creamy Dressing (Printable)

Crisp cabbage and carrots tossed in tangy creamy dressing—perfect for picnics and barbecues.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 6 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
03 - 1 cup carrots, julienned or grated
04 - 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced

→ Creamy Dressing

05 - ¾ cup mayonnaise
06 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
07 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
09 - 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
10 - ½ teaspoon celery seed
11 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
12 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, and red onion.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, celery seed, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.
04 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning if necessary.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes but tastes like you fussed over it for hours.
  • The creamy dressing clings to every shred of cabbage without getting watery or bland.
  • It stays crisp in the fridge and actually tastes better the next day.
02 -
  • Don't skip the resting time in the fridge, the slaw tastes flat and one-dimensional if you serve it right away.
  • If the dressing looks too thick, add a teaspoon of water or vinegar to loosen it up before tossing.
  • Shred the cabbage as thin as you can manage, thick chunks don't hold the dressing well and the texture suffers.
03 -
  • Salt the shredded cabbage lightly and let it sit for 10 minutes, then squeeze out the excess water before dressing it to prevent a watery slaw.
  • Use a mandoline to shred the cabbage evenly and quickly, it makes a noticeable difference in texture.
  • Taste the dressing before you pour it over the vegetables, it's easier to adjust when it's on its own.
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