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Easy & Delicious Creamy Coleslaw Recipe: Perfect Side Dish for Any Meal
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Easy & Delicious Creamy Coleslaw Recipe: Perfect Side Dish for Any Meal
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Easy & Delicious Creamy Coleslaw Recipe: Perfect Side Dish for Any Meal

Discover how to prepare a delightful creamy coleslaw, a classic side dish that brings a refreshing crunch and a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors to your table. This easy recipe, inspired by traditional family cooking, is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for barbecues, picnics, or everyday meals. Simple steps make it accessible for all skill levels.
#Coleslaw
#Side Dish
#Salad
#Easy Recipe
#Creamy
#Vegetable
#Picnic Food
#BBQ
Finished Creamy Coleslaw in a Serving Bowl
Finished Creamy Coleslaw in a Serving Bowl

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
0m
Cook Time
15m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
200
Calories
1g
Protein
15g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Coleslaw Served with a Meal
Coleslaw Served with a Meal

Ingredients

  • Green Cabbage
    (finely shredded, about 500g)

    1 small head

  • Carrot
    (grated)

    1 medium
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  • Mayonnaise

    1 cup

  • Apple Cider Vinegar

    1 tablespoon

  • Granulated Sugar
    (adjust to taste)

    2 tablespoons

  • Salt
    (adjust to taste)

    1 teaspoon

  • Black Pepper
    (freshly ground)

    1 teaspoon
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Servings: 4
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Close-up of the Creamy Texture
Close-up of the Creamy Texture

Instructions

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  • 1

    Prepare the vegetables: Finely shred the green cabbage and grate the carrot. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
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    Prepare the vegetables: Finely shred the green cabbage and grate the carrot. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
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    For best texture, use a mandoline slicer or a food processor with a shredding disc for the cabbage.
  • 2

    Make the dressing: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
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    Make the dressing: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
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    Taste the dressing and adjust sugar or vinegar to your preference for a perfect sweet-tangy balance.
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  • 3

    Combine ingredients: Pour the prepared dressing over the shredded cabbage and carrots. Toss gently until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
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    Combine ingredients: Pour the prepared dressing over the shredded cabbage and carrots. Toss gently until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
    2m

    Use tongs or your hands (with gloves) for efficient and gentle mixing to avoid bruising the cabbage.
  • 4

    Chill and serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly.
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    Chill and serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly.
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    For best results, prepare a few hours in advance, but avoid preparing too far ahead as the cabbage can become watery.
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