Description
This creamy coleslaw is a vibrant and crunchy side dish perfect for summer gatherings. Featuring a balanced dressing of mayo, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of maple syrup, it pairs shredded green and red cabbage with fresh carrots and scallions for a fresh and tangy flavor with a hint of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing
- Scant 3/4 cup mayo or Vegan Mayo
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- ¾ teaspoon celery seeds
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Coleslaw
- 6 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 2 medium carrots, sliced into thin peels
- 3 scallions, chopped
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayo, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, celery seeds, sea salt, and several grinds of freshly ground black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Prepare the coleslaw mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, thinly peeled carrots, and chopped scallions. Toss gently to mix the vegetables evenly.
- Combine and season: Pour the prepared dressing over the cabbage mixture. Toss everything thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are coated evenly with the creamy dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Chill before serving: For best flavor, refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
- This easy coleslaw recipe is the perfect summer side dish, offering a refreshing crunch and creamy tang.
- For the best results, use high-quality store-bought mayonnaise such as Sir Kensington’s, or make your own homemade mayo.
- The celery seeds add a subtle, aromatic flavor that complements the cabbage beautifully.
- You can substitute the maple syrup with honey if preferred, keeping in mind it will slightly alter the flavor profile.
- To make this vegan, be sure to use a plant-based mayo.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
