Classic Coleslaw Salad Recipe

Coleslaw is a classic, crunchy and refreshing side dish that goes great with grilled meats, fried foods or burgers.

The key to a good coleslaw is a creamy yet tangy dressing.

 

🥗 Classic Coleslaw Salad Recipe

 

Ingredients

For the Salad (Vegetables)

• Cabbage: 1 medium head of white cabbage (about 800 g)

• Carrots: 2 medium carrots

• Onion: 1 small red onion or spring onion (optional, for spiciness)

 

For the Dressing

• Mayonnaise: 120 ml good quality mayonnaise

• Milk/Buttermilk: 2 tablespoons milk or buttermilk (for thinning and sourness)

• Vinegar: 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar

• Sugar: 1-2 teaspoons sugar (or honey), depending on desired sweetness

• Lemon: 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for freshness)

• Spices: 1/2 teaspoon salt, pinch of black pepper

 

Preparation process

Preparation of the cabbage:

○ Clean the cabbage and cut it into very thin noodles. You can use a sharp knife, mandolin, or food processor with a slicing attachment.

○ Peel and grate carrots on a coarse grater (or cut into thin sticks).

○ Slice onion (if using) into very thin slivers.

To mix dressing:

○ In a medium bowl, combine all dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, milk/buttermilk, vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

○ Mix until smooth and creamy. Taste and add a little more sugar or vinegar if needed—the dressing should be sweet and sour.

To combine:

○ Place cabbage, carrots, and onions in a large bowl.

○ Pour dressing over salad. Toss salad thoroughly to coat each carrot and cabbage slice with dressing.

Chilling (key step!):

○ Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (ideally 2 to 4 hours).

○ Why? Chilling in the refrigerator is key. It allows the cabbage to wilt a bit, become softer, and all the flavors in the dressing to combine.

Serving:

○ Toss the salad well again before serving. Add a pinch of salt if needed.

Variation Tip (Less Calories):

For a lower-calorie salad, replace half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or sour cream. This will maintain the creaminess but add even more pleasant acidity.

 

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