Homemade Coleslaw is a quick side dish to add to any dinner menu. Shredded cabbage and carrots with a creamy dressing that will compliment sandwiches, BBQ and more.
We love creamy coleslaw to serve with Brisket Tacos, BBQ Sloppy Joes, Fried Shrimp and just about everything. I realized at a recent cookout that I needed to share my go-to recipe so y'all can try it too.
Coleslaw is a very simple side salad that is easy to make ahead for cookouts, potlucks and busy weeknight dinners. Skip the store bought dressing for this homemade version that literally takes 2 minutes to whip up.
🟢 Ingredients Needed
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Mayonnaise
- Sour Cream
- White Wine Vinegar
- Sugar
- Kosher Salt
- Fresh Ground Pepper
🟢 Step By Step Directions
- Shred the cabbage and carrots.
- Mix the dressing in the serving bowl. Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper.
- Whisk together until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cabbage and carrots.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for one hour or until ready to serve for the best flavor. It can be served immediately if desired.
🟢 Notes
Time Saver: Use a bag of slaw mix for the shredded cabbage and carrots. Any slaw blend will work with this dressing.
Additions: ½ cup sliced green onions, 1 tablespoon of celery seeds, ½ cup of diced apples.
Variations: Apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar or white vinegar can be used.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Large Batch: Double this recipe as needed.
If you are a fan of KFC coleslaw, try our Sweet Coleslaw and if you are looking for a vinegar based slaw, our No Mayo Coleslaw is just the ticket.
Coleslaw is great for topping honey garlic chicken tender sandwiches, smoked brisket, and shrimp po boys. It's also a favorite to serve alongside fish sticks and chicken strips.
We love this Homemade Coleslaw for a fresh salad that is mixed together in a short amount of time. It's perfect to pair with grilling recipes and quick dinners with no cooking required.
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Homemade Coleslaw
Homemade Coleslaw is a quick side dish to add to any dinner menu. Shredded cabbage and carrots with a creamy dressing that will compliment sandwiches, BBQ and more.
Ingredients
- 6 cups shredded cabbage or bag of slaw mix
- ½ cup shredded carrot
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Instructions
- In a serving bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper.
- Mix in the shredded cabbage and carrots until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate one hour or until ready to serve for the best flavor. Coleslaw can be served immediately if needed.
Notes
Additions: ½ cup sliced green onions, 1 tablespoon of celery seeds, ½ cup of diced apples.
Variations: Apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar or white vinegar can be used.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Large Batch: Double this recipe as needed.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 280Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 340mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 4gSugar: 11gProtein: 3g
Nutritional calculations are estimated and may not be accurate.
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