Description
This crisp, creamy coleslaw features fresh cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing—perfect for picnics, dinners, or meal prep. No cooking required! Just shred, toss, and chill for a vibrant, crunchy side dish.
Ingredients
6 cups finely shredded green cabbage (about 1/2 medium head)
2 cups finely shredded red cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions (optional)
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons honey or granulated sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon celery seed (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the cabbage by cutting into quarters and shredding into thin ribbons.
Shred the carrots using a box grater. Add green onions if using.
Whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, honey/sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and celery seed in a bowl until smooth and glossy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, and onions.
Pour dressing over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
Chill for at least 20–30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For extra crunch, use a mandoline slicer.
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Stir in raisins, apple slices, or raisins for a sweet variation.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Raw/Fresh
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg