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Tangy Coleslaw Dressing Recipe for Perfect Crunchy Slaw


  • Author: shareylady
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x

Description

This Tangy Coleslaw Dressing is a delightful blend of creamy and zesty flavors that enhances any coleslaw. Perfect for summer barbecues, it brings a refreshing crunch to your meals.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mayonnaise (I prefer Hellmann's for a creamier texture)
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar (I like Bragg's for better tang)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp celery seed
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup red onion (finely diced into 1/8-inch pieces)
  • 1/3 cup parsley
  • 8 cups green cabbage (shredded into 1/8-inch wide strips)
  • 2 cups red cabbage
  • 2 cups carrots (grated into thin shards)

Instructions

  1. Start by finely dicing the red onion into 1/8-inch pieces and set it aside.
  2. Next, finely chop the parsley and set it aside as well.
  3. Shred the green and red cabbage into 1/8-inch wide strips using a sharp knife or mandoline.
  4. Grate the carrots into thin shards.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, and celery seed. Whisk together until the sugar dissolves completely.
  6. Add the shredded cabbage, grated carrots, diced red onion, and chopped parsley to the dressing base. Gently fold everything together.
  7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  8. After the resting period, remove the coleslaw from the refrigerator. Give it a good stir to redistribute the dressing and ensure even coating.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg

Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. Allowing the dressing to sit for a while before mixing with the vegetables can enhance its flavor.