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Sweet Coleslaw Recipe

Classic American coleslaw with shredded cabbage, creamy dressing, and a tangy twist. Perfect for BBQs, sandwiches, and summer cookouts!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 216kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl (small, for dressing)
  • Mixing bowl (large, for coleslaw mix)
  • Whisk (for blending dressing)
  • Plastic wrap (for covering)

Ingredients

  • 2 10 ounce coleslaw mix
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • ¼ cup sugar

Instructions

  • Make the dressing: In the small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, celery seeds, white vinegar, and sugar until smooth and well combined.
  • Prepare the vegetables: Add the coleslaw mix and shredded carrots to the large mixing bowl.
  • Combine: Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetables. Toss thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
  • Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  • Serve: Stir the coleslaw before serving to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed.

Notes

  • Adjust sugar to taste for preferred sweetness.
  • Chilling enhances flavor and texture, so don’t skip this step!

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 178mg | Potassium: 10mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.2mg