Old Fashioned Coleslaw
Old fashioned Coleslaw is an American classic side dish that's perfect for summer gatherings. The tangy vinegar dressing and the crunchy cabbage are a match made in heaven. Even better, since it's mayonnaise free, it holds up well at summer picnics!
Servings: 8
Calories: 67kcal
Equipment
- Box Grater
- Cuisinart Food Processor
- Swedish Whisk
Ingredients
- 16 oz slaw mix or small head of cabbage shredded
- 1 small carrot shredded if using head of cabbage
- ½ onion diced finely, or 5 green onions, chopped.
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoon sugar or honey
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Empty the bag of coleslaw mix into a large mixing bowl.PRO TIP: Or, shred a small head of cabbage and one small carrot in your food processor instead of using pre-made coleslaw mix.16 oz slaw mix, 1 small carrot
- Add the finely diced onion, or the chopped green onions.½ onion
- In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, salt, and pepper.¼ cup red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoon sugar, 2 tablespoon vegetable oil, salt, black pepper
- Pour the vinegar dressing over the bowl of shredded cabbage mixture.
- Toss to coat the shredded cabbage and chill for 30 minutes to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Shred Finely: For the best texture, shred your cabbage and other vegetables as finely as possible. This allows the dressing to coat every piece and creates a more delicate coleslaw.
- Chill Ingredients: Start with very cold cabbage and other vegetables. Chilling them beforehand helps maintain crispness and makes for a more refreshing coleslaw.
- Rest for Flavor: After mixing, let the coleslaw chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or even longer). This allows the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly, improving the overall taste.
- Adjust Sweetness/Tanginess: Taste the dressing before adding it to the vegetables. You can easily adjust the sugar for more sweetness or a bit more vinegar for extra tang to suit your preference.
- Don't Overdress: Add the dressing gradually to the shredded vegetables, tossing well after each addition. It's easier to add more dressing than to correct an overly dressed coleslaw.
Nutrition
Calories: 67kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1100IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.3mg
