Creamy Coleslaw Recipe

This deliciously creamy coleslaw is the perfect side dish for your barbecue, picnic and summer potluck!

It’s hard to imagine a barbecue, picnic or summer potluck without coleslaw! And we’ve got the perfect creamy coleslaw recipe for you to try!

This classic side dish is an American staple. It features crispy cabbage and carrots tossed in a tangy and seasoned mayonnaise dressing. It’s the classic dish to bring to picnics, potlucks, cookouts and barbecues.

The name coleslaw arose from the Dutch word koolsla which means “cabbage salad.” Shredded cabbage salads exist around the world in different variations, most commonly with a base of oil and vinegar. But when mayonnaise was invented by a French chef in the mid-18th century its popularity took off in America and soon the classic creamy coleslaw was born.

Quick and easy to make, this recipe provides the perfect balance of flavors and rivals your favorite restaurant or deli version!

creamy coleslaw recipe

Ingredients
  1. 1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix.
  2. 3/4 cup mayonnaise.
  3. 1/3 cup sour cream.
  4. 1/4 cup sugar.
  5. 3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt.
  6. 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard.
  7. 1/4 teaspoon celery salt.

Perfect Creamy Coleslaw

creamy coleslaw recipe

This creamy coleslaw recipe provides the perfect balance of flavors and is just what you need for your barbecue, picnic or potluck!

Prep: 10min

Total: 10min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 0.5 cup

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 0.5 cup, calories 319 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 30 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 564 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 9 g

Ingredients:

  • 16 ounces shredded cabbage/carrot blend (classic is green cabbage but you can add some red cabbage for color)
  • For the Coleslaw Dressing:
  • 1 cup quality mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instruction:

  1. Place the shredded cabbage and carrots in a large bowl and sprinkle a teaspoon of salt over them. Toss to combine. Let this sit for at least an hour to draw out excess water. Rinse and thoroughly drain (either use a salad spinner to spin dry it or lay it out on paper towels and blot dry.) Return the cabbage to the bowl.
  2. Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Pour it over the cabbage mixture and stir until combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Creamy Cole Slaw

creamy coleslaw recipe

Spiked with vinegar and spiced with mustard, Bobby Flay’s Creamy Coleslaw recipe is the perfect picnic side from Boy Meets Grill on Food Network.

Prep: 0 10min0

Total: 0 10min0

Yield: 8 servings

Serving Size: 1 of 8 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 8 servings, calories 213, Fat 18g, Saturated Fat 3g, Carbohydrate 13g, Fiber 4g, Sugar 8g, Protein 2g, Cholesterol 10mg, Sodium 402mg

Ingredients:

  • 1 head green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 2 large carrots, finely shredded
  • 3/4 cup best-quality mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons grated Spanish onion
  • 2 tablespoons sugar, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon dry mustard
  • 2 teaspoons celery salt
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper

Instruction:

  1. Combine the shredded cabbage and carrots in a large bowl. Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, sugar, vinegar, mustard, celery salt, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl, and then add to the cabbage mixture. Mix well to combine and taste for seasoning; add more salt, pepper, or sugar if desired.

The Best Creamy Coleslaw Recipe

FAQ

What is creamy coleslaw made of?

Combine the shredded cabbage and carrots in a large bowl. Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, sugar, vinegar, mustard, celery salt, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl, and then add to the cabbage mixture. Mix well to combine and taste for seasoning; add more salt, pepper, or sugar if desired.

What is KFC coleslaw made of?

But keep in mind that true KFC Coleslaw only contains green cabbage, carrots, and onions, so don’t use the packaged cabbage that has red cabbage or any herbs.

What is traditional coleslaw made of?

Here’s a classic coleslaw recipe made with thinly sliced cabbage, carrots, and green onions and a tangy dressing. A perfect side dish for picnics, BBQs, and summer potlucks.

What’s the difference between cabbage slaw and coleslaw?

Or coleslaws — what’s the difference? Really nothing. Technically, coleslaw involves cabbage, whether green, red or napa, while the category of slaws can include all kinds of chopped or shredded crunchy vegetables. The two words are used interchangeably for the most part however.

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Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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