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Homemade Coleslaw Recipe: The Ultimate Creamy and Crunchy Side Dish

A vibrant Homemade Coleslaw Recipe featuring shredded green and purple cabbage, julienned carrots, and a thick, glossy creamy dressing seasoned with celery seeds and black pepper.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Green Cabbage shredded (450g)
  • 1/2 lb Purple Cabbage shredded (225g)
  • 2 medium Carrots julienned (150g)
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise (240ml)
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar (30ml)
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar (25g)
  • 1 tsp Dried Celery Seeds (2g)
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper (1g)
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt (3g)
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped (8g)

Equipment

  • 1 Large White Ceramic Bowl
  • 1 Mandoline or Chef's Knife
  • 1 Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Finely shred the green and purple cabbage and julienne the carrots into thin strips. Combine in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk together mayo, vinegar, sugar, celery seeds, and black pepper until smooth and glossy.
  3. Pour dressing over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

For maximum crunch, salt and drain the cabbage for 30 minutes before mixing.
Chill for 1 hour to let the flavors develop.