Southern Creamy Coleslaw: Easy, Crunchy, and Perfectly Tangy
Crisp green and purple cabbage, shredded carrots, and green onions tossed in a creamy, sweet-and-tangy mayonnaise dressing with mustard, celery seed, and black pepper. A classic Southern side dish for BBQs and family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
14 oz green cabbage coleslaw mix
1 cup finely sliced red or purple cabbage
1/2 cup shredded carrots
3-4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup real mayonnaise
2 tbsp white vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp mustard
1 tsp celery seed
1 tsp coarse ground black pepper
1/4 tsp table salt
Instructions
1. Combine coleslaw mix, purple cabbage, carrots, and green onions in a large bowl.
2. Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, mustard, celery seed, pepper, and salt.
3. Pour half to two-thirds of the dressing over vegetables and toss.
4. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
5. Add remaining dressing and toss before serving.
6. Garnish with extra pepper, green onions, or parsley if desired.
Notes
Chill before serving for the best flavor.
Reserve some dressing to maintain the ideal consistency.
Adjust sugar and vinegar to taste.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Do not freeze, as the dressing and cabbage texture may change.
Find it online: https://elitesrecipes.com/southern-creamy-coleslaw/