Description
This classic old-fashioned creamy coleslaw recipe combines shredded green and red cabbage with a crisp carrot and a tangy, sweet mayonnaise-based dressing. Perfectly balanced with apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, this refreshing side dish is great for picnics, barbecues, or as a complement to any meal. The addition of celery seed and fresh parsley adds a subtle depth of flavor, making it a timeless and crowd-pleasing favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 small head of green cabbage, shredded
- 1 small head of red cabbage, shredded
- 1 large carrot, grated
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Add-Ins
- ½ teaspoon celery seed (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, and grated carrot. Ensure all the vegetables are evenly mixed for a balanced texture and flavor.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, creating a creamy and tangy dressing.
- Toss Vegetables with Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Toss thoroughly to evenly coat all vegetables with the creamy dressing, ensuring consistent flavor in every bite.
- Add Optional Ingredients: If desired, add celery seed and chopped fresh parsley to the coleslaw. These ingredients provide additional aroma and a subtle complexity to the flavor profile.
- Chill to Meld Flavors: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and enhances the crisp texture of the coleslaw.
- Serve: Serve the coleslaw chilled as a refreshing side dish, perfect for picnics, barbecues, or alongside your favorite main courses.
Notes
- For best results, shred the cabbage finely to improve texture and absorb the dressing better.
- Adjust honey amount to taste if you prefer a sweeter or tangier dressing.
- Mayonnaise can be substituted with a lighter mayo or yogurt for a healthier twist.
- Celery seed and fresh parsley are optional but add lovely aromatic flavors.
- Make the coleslaw a few hours ahead to allow flavors to fully develop.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days for freshness.
