Go Back
Homemade Coleslaw Recipe

Homemade Coleslaw Recipe

Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups green cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup red cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream optional
  • 1 –2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 –2 tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard optional

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prep the Veggies: Shred the green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrots. Keep cabbage thinly sliced and carrots slightly thicker for the perfect crunchy texture. Use a knife or a food processor for faster prep.
    Step 2: Make the Creamy Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt, black pepper, and Dijon mustard.
    Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust thickness with 1–2 teaspoons of milk if needed.
    Step 3: Combine Everything Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to a large bowl.
    Pour the dressing over the vegetables and mix well using salad tongs until everything is evenly coated.
    Step 4: Chill Before Serving Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend and the cabbage to soften slightly.
    For best results, chill for 2–4 hours.
    Step 5: Serve Give the coleslaw a quick toss before serving. Enjoy as a side dish with BBQ, burgers, seafood, sandwiches, or picnic meals.