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Classic Coleslaw Recipe

Published: Apr 17, 2017 · Modified: Jul 9, 2022 by Raquel · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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Classic Coleslaw

My dad used to love the Classic Coleslaw recipe that mom used to make. Back when I was a kid, there were not a lot of varieties to the basic coleslaw salad recipe like there are now. You just didn't mess with coleslaw.

We had it a lot with fried chicken and while I do not make it often enough, it goes perfectly with ribs, pulled pork and beef. It also is a nice weekend BBQ side dish.

traditional coleslaw recipe

I like to buy the cabbage heads and shred it myself with a lettuce knife, but you can use a bagged slaw mix to save you some time. Look for one that has some good color, a lot of the slaw mixes look (and taste) bland so I recommend taking a few minutes to cut the ingredients yourself.

By the way, if you have never used a lettuce knife, it allows you to cut your lettuce or cabbage without tearing it and is wonderful.

traditional coleslaw recipe easy

This is the best coleslaw salad recipe for a barbecue or picnic, in my opinion. It goes great with fish tacos, BBQ ribs, fried chicken, pulled pork tacos and sandwiches.

There is just something about paring the slightly sweet and tangy crunchy coleslaw with a favorite main dish that is fabulous

Classic coleslaw recipe - perfect for picnics, festivals and BBQs

While, this coleslaw dressing recipe is mayonnaise-based, but you can make it with yogurt as well.

coleslaw recipe vinegar

Ingredients for classic coleslaw:

  • Green cabbage – This is essential for any classic slaw recipe. Pick a firm cabbage with little or no discoloration.
  • Red cabbage/Purple cabbage – Another true classic coleslaw ingredient that adds lots of color and nutrients to the slaw.
  • Carrots – Again essential for a good slaw. You only need a couple oflong carrots for this recipe. You can also buy it pre-shredded if you want to save some time.

While, this coleslaw dressing recipe is mayonnaise-based, but you can make it with yogurt as well.Homestyle coleslaw recipe - perfect for picnics, festivals and BBQs

Are you planning any picnics or BBQs soon?

This is the perfect recipe for a side dish

easy coleslaw recipe

I like to make it ahead of time and have it ready when I need it. I also have a light coleslaw dressing that is delicious!

Other great takeaway salads are this creamy macaroni salad,

cold-macaroni-salad

or this Broccoli pepper salad.

Don't forget to bookmark this recipe.

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Classic Coleslaw Recipe

Classic coleslaw recipe - perfect for picnics, festivals and BBQs!

Classic Coleslaw Recipe

Raquel Pineira
A creamy classic Coleslaw Recipe that is perfect for barbecues and picnics.
5 from 15 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Course Classic Coleslaw, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 178 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cabbage
  • 1 small head red cabbage
  • 4 carrots
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • ⅔ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon celery salt
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • pinch pepper

Instructions
 

  • Shred cabbages and place in a large bowl..
  • Peel carrots and grate.
  • Add carrots to bowl.
  • Note: You can substitute a bag of coleslaw mix for the first three ingredients.
  • In a small bowl, mix together other ingredients for dressing.
  • Pour dressing mixture over cabbage mix and mix together.
  • Season to taste and add more salt or sugar, if desired.
  • Chill at least 1 hour prior to serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 433mgPotassium: 111mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5152IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 0.1mg
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What goes best with Classic Coleslaw?

Pulled Pork Sliders - A delicious pulled pork sandwich recipe and great for tailgating too!

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  1. Akaleistar

    April 18, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    Coleslaw always make me think of summer and barbecues 🙂

    Reply
    • Raquel

      April 18, 2017 at 8:01 pm

      Same here and I love them all!

      Reply
  2. Tamara

    April 18, 2017 at 5:23 pm

    Good ole classic! Cassidy made coleslaw for Easter and put jalapeño peppers in it! I said, "Why have you forsaken me??"

    Reply
    • Raquel

      April 18, 2017 at 8:00 pm

      Yum! I love the spicy versions too!

      Reply
  3. Betsy @ Desserts Required

    May 02, 2017 at 7:14 pm

    Classic Coleslaw is a favorite of mine. LOVE this recipe and am going to share it on Desserts Required's FB page manana. <3

    Reply
    • Raquel

      May 04, 2017 at 2:07 pm

      Thanks so much for sharing Betsy!

      Reply

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