Creamy Coleslaw Recipe
This Creamy Coleslaw Recipe is crunchy, creamy, fresh and easy to make. It brings simple vegetables together with a smooth dressing. I love serving this coleslaw beside grilled meats, sandwiches and crispy chicken.
Ingredients
- 4 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups finely shredded purple cabbage
- 1 large carrot grated
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Wash the cabbage and carrot thoroughly under cool running water. Remove any damaged outer leaves. Slice the cabbage very thinly. Grate the carrot finely for an even texture throughout the finished coleslaw.
Make the Creamy Dressing
- Add mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar and Dijon mustard to a small bowl. Sprinkle in salt and black pepper. Whisk everything until smooth, creamy, and well combined.
Combine the Vegetables
- Place the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage and grated carrot into a large mixing bowl. Add the chopped parsley. Toss everything gently so the vegetables become evenly distributed.
Add the Dressing
- Pour the creamy dressing over the prepared vegetables. Use a large spoon or salad fork to mix everything gently. Keep tossing until the dressing lightly coats every piece of cabbage and carrot.
Chill the Coleslaw
- Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Chilling helps the flavors blend together. The cabbage also absorbs some dressing while keeping a pleasant crunchy texture.
Taste and Serve
- Remove the coleslaw from the refrigerator and give it another gentle stir. Taste before serving and adjust the seasoning if needed. Transfer it to a clean serving bowl and enjoy chilled.
Notes
- Slice cabbage very thinly for a tender, crunchy texture.
- Use a sharp knife or mandoline for even cabbage strips.
- Do not add too much dressing at once.
- Chill the coleslaw before serving for better flavor.
- Add a little extra vinegar for more tang.
- Reduce the sugar for a less sweet dressing.
- Add diced green apple for fruity freshness.
- Mix in chopped celery for extra crunch.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
- Add a pinch of celery seed for classic coleslaw flavor.
- For extra color, add finely sliced red onion.
- Make the dressing separately when preparing the recipe ahead.