Best Cabbage Coleslaw (Printable)

Crisp shredded cabbage and carrots in creamy tangy dressing. Ready in 15 minutes, ideal for summer gatherings and everyday meals.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 6 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
03 - 1 cup carrots, grated
04 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

05 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
06 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How-To:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, and green onions.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, celery seed, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well to coat evenly.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor development.
05 - Serve chilled as a side dish or topping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It stays crisp for days, making it the perfect make-ahead side that actually improves as it sits.
  • The dressing is balanced enough to taste homemade without being fussy or pretentious.
  • It works with literally anything—from pulled pork to fish tacos to a simple grilled chicken breast.
02 -
  • Don't shred your cabbage too early or it'll start to weep and turn mushy before you even dress it; aim to shred it within an hour of serving.
  • The dressing will thin out slightly as the vegetables release their natural juices, so if you're making this more than a few hours ahead, use slightly less dressing than feels right and adjust before serving.
03 -
  • If your dressing tastes too acidic, don't add more honey—instead, stir in a splash more mayo, which will round out the flavor without making it sweet.
  • The celery seed is optional, but it genuinely elevates this from good to restaurant-quality, so I'd encourage you to track it down rather than skip it.
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