Homemade Country Coleslaw Recipe

This homemade coleslaw recipe has a country touch, but is full of fresh, crisp ingredients.  A smooth, tangy, and sweet dressing is the crowning jewel.  Perfect with pulled pork or fried chicken.

What is Coleslaw?

Coleslaw  is a salad made from finely shredded cabbage with a salad dressing made from either mayonnaise or a vinaigrette.  The word coleslaw comes from the dutch term  koolsla meaning 'cabbage salad', also known as cole slaw or slaw.  In America, we believe that coleslaw was invented shortly after mayonnaise was invented.  But, internationally - most coleslaws do not contain mayonnaise, and the salad was invented by the Dutch in the 18th century. Regardless - this homemade coleslaw recipe is fantastic!

Also - be sure to try our other slaw recipes, like Blue Slaw, Citrus Slaw and Peanut Slaw.

What Do I Need To Make Homemade Coleslaw?

You'll need:

• 1 head of cabbage (green or red - or mix them up)
• shredded carrots
• green apple
• cilantro
• mayonaise
• apple cider vinegar
• sugar
• salt
• paprika

How Do You Cut Cabbage For Coleslaw?

1. Start by removing the loose out leaves from the head of cabbage.
2. Cut head of cabbage in half.
3. Locate the core of the cabbage.  It will be hard and solid.
4. Remove the core but cutting out a wedge shape from the head of cabbage.
5. Lay flat side against your cutting board and cut straight down, in quarter inch sections.
6. When the end of cabbage becomes too difficult to cut, rotate so that the largest flat side is against cutting board, and cut quarter inch sections the opposite way.

How Do I Make This Homemade Coleslaw Recipe?

1. Once you have chopped all of your veggies - combine them in an extra large bowl.
2. In a medium bowl, combine mayo, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and paprika.  Whisk until smooth.
3. Pour dressing over chopped veggies and toss to coat.
4. Serve chilled.

Coleslaw Q&A

Homemade Country Coleslaw Recipe

Put this on a pulled pork sandwich for a match made in coleslaw heaven!

5 from 1 vote

Print Rate

Course: dinner

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Chill Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 10 servings

Calories: 360kcal

Author: Kadee & Desarae

Equipment

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  Cutting Board
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  Chef's Knife

Ingredients

Salad

• ▢ ½ head green Cabbage (may use green or red or combo)
• ▢ ½ head red Cabbage
• ▢ 2 cups shredded Carrots
• ▢ 1 green apple diced
• ▢ cilantro for ganish

Dressing

• ▢ 2 cups mayonaise
• ▢ 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• ▢ 2 tablespoon sugar
• ▢ 1 teaspoon paprika
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

• In a bowl whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, paprika, and salt together.
• Toss cabbage, carrots, and apple in a large bowl.
• Pour dressing over top and toss to combine.
• Cover and chill for 30 minutes before serving.
• Garnish with cilantro.

Notes

How Do You Cut Cabbage For Coleslaw?

1. Start by removing the loose out leaves from the head of cabbage.
2. Cut head of cabbage in half.
3. Locate the core of the cabbage.  It will be hard and solid.
4. Remove the core but cutting out a wedge shape from the head of cabbage.
5. Lay flat side against your cutting board and cut straight down, in quarter inch sections.
6. When the end of cabbage becomes too difficult to cut, rotate so that the largest flat side is against cutting board, and cut quarter inch sections the opposite way.

How long does homemade coleslaw last in the fridge?

 

You can safely make coleslaw three to four days ahead of serving it, but you may not be happy with the quality. Coleslaw should be made ahead and refrigerated to meld the flavors, but if you make it more than 24 hours ahead, it becomes watery and limp.

What should I serve coleslaw with?

Traditionally coleslaw is served as a side to fried chicken or grilled chicken.

Not only is it delicious served alongside other dishes, but coleslaw also makes a delicious topping on all kinds of sandwiches - like fish sandwiches and pulled pork sandwiches.  Coleslaw is also delicious on tacos.

How many calories are in homemade coleslaw?

The calorie count depends on the dressing.  For this recipe, I've included the nutritional info in the card below

What are the benefits of eating coleslaw?

Cabbage is especially high in vitamin C, an antioxidant that may protect against heart disease, certain cancers and vision loss.  It's also low in calories.  BE careful of the hidden calories in the dressing.  For a better option - try fat free mayonnaise, or cutting the dressing in half.

 

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 555mg | Potassium: 295mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 4940IU | Vitamin C: 42.9mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 0.8mg

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