Mother's Basic Coleslaw

I believe coleslaw is critically underrated! This tasty slaw is a aspect dish staple in our home. It’s the proper complement to any summer season barbecue or grilled meat dish. Who doesn’t love the freshness, excellent crunch, and tang from this basic aspect?

When you love this crunchy coleslaw, you’ll love our Chinese Chicken Salad.

Why Our Recipe

The proper coleslaw with a creamy sauce that has a little bit tang.
Made with shredded purple and inexperienced cabbage and a little bit carrot and onion.
Straightforward to throw along with a fast prep time of quarter-hour!

Coleslaw is ridiculously simple to make and is a good aspect dish or topping for sandwiches. This can be a recipe that may simply be modified up to fit your personal private style preferences. It may be sweeter or saltier, and you may principally tailor it to the meals it’s going with. We’ve included some recommendations for substitutions and add-ins in case you’re feeling adventurous.

Ingredient Notes

Cabbage: Purple and inexperienced cabbage are used for shade and variation. Thinly slice.
Shredded Carrots: For a candy, earthy style.
White Onion: Thinly slice for added texture and taste. You can even substitute with a candy onion.
Mayonnaise: Substitute with plain Greek yogurt, low-fat mayo, or Miracle Whip.
Purple Wine Vinegar: White wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar can be utilized instead in the identical quantity.
Dijon Mustard: Provides depth and a bit of warmth. Use entire grain mustard for a little bit texture.

Variations

Spice it Up: In search of a little bit extra warmth? You may simply add sliced (or diced) contemporary jalapeños to this coleslaw. You can even add a touch of sizzling sauce, too.

Lighten it Up: Use plain Greek yogurt as a substitute of mayo in case you’re searching for a lighter choice that’s nonetheless deliciously creamy. Or, pass over the creamy sauce utterly and add 2 tablespoons of additional virgin olive oil for a French dressing coleslaw.

Combine-Ins: Some nice additions to any coleslaw are inexperienced onion, cilantro, or your favourite nuts or seeds (we love pumpkin and sunflower seeds).

Time-Saving Hack: Whereas we want freshly chopped cabbage, utilizing a bag of pre-shredded cabbage and carrots is a good time saver in case you’re brief on time.

Serving Strategies

Coleslaw is a good complement to many dishes. Listed below are a few of our go-to dishes that pair nicely with this tasty slaw!

Mains: Basic pairings embrace fried chicken, some country-style ribs, or BBQ chicken.

Tacos: Make this recipe, after which use the leftovers to make fish tacos the subsequent day. This coleslaw goes completely with fish tacos and even shrimp tacos!

Wraps: Add a little bit crunch and a little bit tang to a rooster wrap. Seize a tortilla, coleslaw, and a few chicken, and also you’re good to go—no want so as to add dressing!

Sandwiches: High your sandwiches, sliders, and even burgers with this tasty coleslaw. We particularly love a pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw. A basic combo!